Network Engineer
Workplace: Boden, Sweden
Expires: October 31, 2025
Join Stegra Boden AB as a Network Engineer to design and operate advanced digital networks supporting a sustainable greenfield plant in Boden, Sweden, contributing to the company's mission of producing green steel and decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries.
Main requirements:
- University degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- Hands-on experience and deep knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN).
- Expertise with network hardware, protocols, and systems including routers, switches, WAN, firewalls, remote access.
- Experience with OT networks and associated protocols.
- Proficiency in network management systems such as Cisco Catalyst Center.
- Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform or Ansible.
- Hands-on experience with wireless network design, DHCP, DNS, Radius, and Cisco ISE.
- Knowledge of authentication and authorization systems for clients and devices, especially Cisco ISE.
- Familiarity with AWS Cloud networking and cloud PBX concepts.
- Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and threat mitigation strategies.
- Experience working in or with a Network Operations Centre (NOC).
Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, and maintain Software Defined Networks with full redundancy.
- Configure and manage core network layers including routers, switches, firewalls, and management systems.
- Ensure high-performance, secure, and reliable connectivity across all systems and devices.
- Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime, and implement proactive maintenance processes.
- Collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to align network architecture with business needs.
- Engage with stakeholders to understand and prioritize connectivity requirements.
- Document network processes and share best practices to ensure knowledge transfer and operational excellence.
- Support and mentor colleagues to enhance the team’s technical capabilities.
- Apply cybersecurity best practices in network design and operations.
- Support threat monitoring and mitigation within the infrastructure.
- Operate in accordance with Network Operations Centre (NOC) principles, ensuring secure access and authentication.
Required hard skills:
- Software Defined Networking (SDN)
- Network hardware and protocols (routers, switches, WAN, firewalls, remote access)
- Operational Technology (OT) network protocols
- Network management systems (e.g., Cisco Catalyst Center)
- Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, Ansible)
- Wireless network design and management (DHCP, DNS, Radius, Cisco ISE)
- Authentication and authorization systems (Cisco ISE)
- AWS Cloud networking and cloud PBX
- Cybersecurity and threat mitigation strategies
- Experience with Network Operations Center (NOC) operations
Soft skills:
- Proactive with a problem-solving mindset
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Clear communication skills, especially translating technical information for non-technical audiences
- User-centric approach motivated to improve technology usage and collaboration
Coding languages:
- Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
- Ansible (Automation)
Natural languages:
- English (Proficient)
Cultural skills:
- Diversity and inclusion awareness
- Collaboration across teams and stakeholders
- Commitment to sustainability and environmental impact