Engineer, Network

What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Magna is more than one of the world's largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.
Job Responsibilities:
Magna International, a global leader in auto parts manufacturing, is seeking a Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team in Bangalore, India. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong hands-on background in designing, deploying, and managing advanced network monitoring solutions. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the reliability and performance of our IT infrastructure across a complex global environment.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage Cisco-based network solutions, including routing, switching, and wireless networks.
• Configure and maintain network devices such as routers, switches, and wireless access points.
• Utilize Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control and security policy enforcement.
• Manage and optimize network performance using Cisco Catalyst Center.
• Implement and manage common network technologies, including VLANs, VTP, BGP, SD-WAN and Spanning Tree.
• Design and deploy wireless networks, including performing wireless surveys to ensure optimal coverage and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues to ensure minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Monitor network performance and security and implement necessary improvements.
• Collaborate with other IT team members to support and enhance the overall network infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in network technologies.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on Cisco routing, switching, and wireless networks.
  • Strong experience with Cisco ISE and Cisco Catalyst Center.
  • Proficiency in common network technologies such as VLANs, VTP, BGP, SD-WAN, Spanning Tree.
  • Strong experience with network design, implementation, active and passive network components like transceivers, Ethernet cables, fiber cables.
  • Experience with designing and deploying wireless networks, including performing wireless surveys.
  • Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) are highly desirable.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
  • Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Skills:
  
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Fortinet firewalls.
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and incident management.
• Ability to work in other time zones.

Why Join Magna International?

• Be a hands-on contributor in deploying and managing cutting-edge network technologies in a global environment.
• Work in a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work culture.
• Access professional growth and career development opportunities within Magna's global IT organization.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Corporate