WE ARE HIRING: On-Site Senior Network Hand & Feet Engineer (L2 Physical & Logical Support) Stein

Excis is a global leader in IT support driven by innovation precision and collaboration. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Hand & Feet Engineer (L2 Physical & Logical Support) to join our on-site team in Stein Switzerland.

This is a hands-on technically demanding role supporting critical data center and enterprise network infrastructure across physical and logical layers. You will be part of a fast-paced high-availability environment where accuracy reliability and technical excellence are essential.

About Excis

• Clients in over 190 countries
  
• More than 6000 engineers globally
  
• Over 200 enterprise clients
  

We foster a collaborative growth-oriented culture where individual expertise contributes directly to collective success. At Excis we value innovation teamwork and continuous development in a supportive people-first environment.

Core Objective

The candidate will be responsible for the end-to-end physical deployment and logical validation of network infrastructure ensuring seamless alignment between physical connectivity and logical network configuration. You will troubleshoot across OSI Layers 1 2 and 3 supporting mission-critical enterprise environments.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

1. Advanced Device Racking & Mounting

• Interpret Rack Elevation Diagrams (REDs) for high-density equipment installation (Cisco Nexus 9K Catalyst 9500 etc.)
  
• Ensure safe rack installation weight distribution and hardware stability
  
• Perform dual power feed (A/B) connections and power verification tests
  

2. Structured Cabling & Fiber Management

• Handle Single Mode (SMF) and Multi-Mode (MMF) fiber installations and maintenance
  
• Clean and inspect fiber connectors using professional tools (IBC cleaners fiber scopes)
  
• Install and troubleshoot SFP/SFP/QSFP/QSFP28 modules verifying wavelength and signal integrity
  
• Execute structured cabling and labeling per ANSI/TIA-606-B standards
  

3. Patch Panels & Cross-Connects

• Manage copper (RJ45) and fiber (LC/SC/MPO) patching
  
• Perform circuit extensions via Telco and Meet-Me-Room (MMR) cross-connects
  
• Use Visual Fault Locators (VFL) for path tracing and validation
  
• Support media conversion where required
  

4. Remote Management & Console Access

• Configure Out-of-Band (OOB) management using terminal servers (Opengear Lantronix Cisco ISR)
  
• Troubleshoot serial connections baud rates and console access issues
  
• Provide local hands-on support for boot-level diagnostics when required
  

5. Advanced Networking Support (L1L3)

• Strong understanding of Ethernet Gigabit Serial and high-speed fiber networks (10/20/40G DWDM)
  
• Install and troubleshoot Cisco Arista Palo Alto and F5 environments
  
• Configure and validate VLANs STP VTP and port mirroring
  
• Identify and resolve broadcast storms and physical loop issues
  
• Support L3 routing validation (SVIs routed ports IP addressing)
  
• Verify BGP/OSPF adjacency after changes or circuit handoffs
  
• Configure and troubleshoot LACP / EtherChannel setups
  

Required Experience & Skills

• 68 years of experience in Data Center or large enterprise campus environments
  
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Cisco Arista Palo Alto F5 infrastructure
    
  • SFP QSFP NIM PIC modules and related hardware
    
• Proficiency with network diagnostic tools:
  • VFL light meters fiber inspection scopes
    
• Strong command-line skills (Cisco IOS NX-OS Arista EOS PAN-OS)
  
• Experience handling mission-critical incidents in enterprise/data center networks
  
• CCNA certification required; CCNP (ENCORE) highly preferred
  
• Strong communication skills in English and local language
  

Your Responsibilities at Excis

• Deliver hands-on physical and logical network support on-site
  
• Ensure uptime and reliability of critical infrastructure
  
• Collaborate with NOC engineering and vendor teams
  
• Maintain accurate documentation and infrastructure records
  
• Support troubleshooting and incident resolution in real time
  
• Ensure compliance with SLAs and operational standards
  

Benefits

Why Join Excis

At Excis your work has real impact. You will be part of a dynamic hands-on technical team where your expertise directly supports global enterprise operations.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation
  
• Continuous learning and professional development
  
• Exposure to enterprise-grade global infrastructure
  
• A collaborative and supportive work culture
  
• Opportunities to grow within a global IT leader