Cisco network engineer Jobs in Toronto, ON

Req ID:520164

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Network Engineer in Toronto, ON, we’re looking for?

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your networking and telecommunications expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside innovative, collaborative, and dedicated teammates.

You'll play a central role in reducing the carbon footprint of Canada’s busiest public transit system. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (design, engineering, and commissioning), design and deploy network and telecom solutions, and ensure alignment with project objectives, milestones, and quality standards.

You’ll specifically take care of creating and maintaining technical documentation, such as System Functional Specifications and Architecture Design Descriptions, but also perform network maintenance, troubleshooting, and support field activities.

We’ll look to you for:

• Designing and deploying networks and virtual solutions based on system requirements

• Creating and maintaining system documentation, including Interface Control Documents

• Performing capacity analysis for Communication Networks

• Using traffic generator and network management tools to meet performance, management, and monitoring objectives

• Participating in radio and network design, implementation, and test activities

• Supporting installation, test, commissioning, and maintenance activities both remotely and in the field

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience in networking or telecommunications

• 5-15 years of experience in a related field

• P. Eng certification or in progress

• Knowledge of network hardware, including servers, routers, and other computer devices

• Understanding of TCP/IP and LAN/WAN

• Experience with network security, policies, and routing protocols (, IP or SR MPLS)

• Hands-on experience with IPsec, VPNs, and firewalls

• Familiarity with Kubernetes and GIS platforms is a plus

• CCNP/CCDE/CCIE certifications are desirable

Things you’ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines

• Work with new security standards for rail signalling

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues

• Contribute to innovative projects that transform the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas

• Utilise our inclusive and flexible working environment

• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries

• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

• Progress towards leadership or technical specialist roles

• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $90,000 – $115,000 CAD per year, plus benefits and eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring

We do not use artificial intelligence in the recruiting process for this role.

Interview Process & Candidate Communication

Candidates who participate in an interview for this role will be informed of the hiring decision within 45 days of their final interview date.

This job posting represents an existing vacancy.

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

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