Senior Engineer - Data Networking & WiFi Solutions

Al Futtaim Group

Dubai, UAE

Ref: HP698-11839

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Senior Engineer - Data Networking & WiFi Solutions - Al Futtaim Technologies - Dubai, U.A.E.

As a Senior Engineer - Data Networking & WiFi Solutions you will be responsible to lead the implementation of data networking and wifi solutions to achieve timely completion of projects and maintenance services.

Plan, configure and oversee the implementation of the data network infrastructure in co-ordination with customers, principals, service providers, and business partners to ensure implementation meets design parameters. Provide post-sales support to customers. Troubleshoot and provide solution in a timely manner for complex multi-vendor network. Provide support for project implementation & documentation. Train customers on system usage.

This role will be based in Dubai. You will report to the Head - Technical Services.

Al Futtaim boasts of a supportive work environment, where all employees support each other in helping achieve & exceed division goals. In turn Al Futtaim is committed to developing employees through its learning and development programmes and internal opportunities.

Requirements

To be considered for this exciting role, you should have a Bachelors Degree specialised in Electronics / Telecommunication / IT / Computer Science. Cisco Certifications: CCNP - Routing & Switching / CCNP - Wireless / CCIE - Routing & Switching / CCIE - Wireless are an asset. Highest level of certifications in data and wifi from Cisco / HP / Alcatel - Lucent are an asset. You should have minimum 8+ years of experience in converged enterprise network design, implementation and support. Good knowledge in converge network, wireless, security, routers, switches, firewall & network management software. (Cisco, Alcatel-Lucent, Juniper, HP experience).

Must be an expert in two or more of the following - wireless / security / routing / switching. Must have full network lifecycle experience including gathering requirements, design, test, documentation, configuration and maintenance. Experience of working in a multinational and multicultural environment is an asset.

Along with previous experience you must have knowledge and understanding of industry trends and technical innovations and their impact on managing customer business requirements. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving environment and appropriately prioritize tasks, and keep abreast of the latest technology. An excellent customer service attitude and the ability to interact with customers in a professional manner are required.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.

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