DevOps Senior Connectivity Engineer in EINDHOVEN AREA

NXP Semiconductors enables secure connections and infrastructure for a smarter world, advancing solutions that make lives easier, better and safer. As the world leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, we are driving innovation in the secure connected vehicle, end-to-end security & privacy and smart connected solutions markets.

Your new department

Generic IT Services and User Experience (GIT-UX) is a department within NXP IT and has the mission to Secure NXP Growth by delivering Agile, Reliable and Secure IT products and Services against and at benchmark costs, investing in a workforce that drives value for our customers.

Your new team

Global Connectivity is the team that designs, builds and operates the core network infrastructure of NXP. We are a diverse mix with over a hundred network professionals in different levels of seniority that support our network infrastructure and the related components. In our current evolution we transform into a state-of-the-art network capability and are looking for the right talent to help us in our journey.

Your new role

• As part of the global role, work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, infrastructure, and application teams, to implement security controls and address security requirements.
• Design, configure, and maintain Cisco-based network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN technologies.
• Develop and implement network policies, procedures, and standards to ensure optimal network performance, security, and reliability.
• Perform network troubleshooting, monitoring, and capacity planning to proactively address network issues and optimize performance.
• Implement network security best practices and protocols, including access control, encryption, and threat mitigation techniques.
• Evaluate and recommend network hardware, software, and services to meet current and future network requirements.
• Show ownership and drive issues to conclusion including post-mortem phase, identifying root causes and improvement actions.
• Stay up to date with the latest network security technologies, trends, and threats. Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement security enhancements proactively.

What you will need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years profound knowledge and experience in working in an Enterprise Network infrastructure.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent certification required; Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) preferred.
• Strong working knowledge in switching and routing domains: STP, VLAN, 802.1x, IPv6, LACP, Stacking, VRF, PBR, GRE, HSRP, secured VTI, OSPF, ISIS, BGP (iBGP, eBGP, MP-BGP), NAT, IPsec, ACL.
• Hands on experience in Cisco Enterprise\Data Center Switches, Cisco Router ISR\ASR, Cisco ASA\Firepower\FTD \F5 Virtual Appliance.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching platforms (e.g., Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ASR routers).
• Knowledge of ACI components (Tenant, BD, VRF, APIC, L2out and L3out), Nexus DC technologies such as vPC, VXLAN.
• Experience with network security technologies and best practices, such as firewall configuration, VPN implementation, and IDS/IPS systems.
• Skilled in developing DDIN governance services, with a focus on DNS, DHCP, IP address management and certificates.
• Familiar with SAFe Agile Framework and way of working.
• You have an entrepreneurial mindset, you overcome challenges by being decisive and accept responsibility for your outcomes.
• Constant desire to improve the status quo and improve your skills, learn from your mistakes, and take continuous action on your ideas.
• Thorough analytic and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex problems and propose practical solutions.
• Work under pressure to meet customer network needs with quality, and in a timely manner and expected to respond after hours.

Competencies that make you of value even more

• Collaborative team player by nature.
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit, you think anything is possible using the right mixture of people, mindset and hi-tech tools and have the tenacity to accomplish it.

This position gives you the opportunity to

• Be part of the startup of a dynamic team which is leading NXP on a digital transformation journey.
• Become an ambassador for the agile and DevOps way of working within the global NXP organization.
• A lot of room for new ideas and innovation
• Continuous development of yourself and the team with coaching and a supportive environment

Creating Secure Connections and Infrastructure for a Smarter World

NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) makes products and environments safer, more sustainable, and more secure with innovative connectivity and edge processing solutions for a smarter world.

We are in the business of better. Not just better technologies, but better innovations to improve society. As the world leader in secure connectivity and processing solutions for embedded applications, NXP is solving the world’s most complex technology challenges to accelerate business innovation, enhance how we work, and advance how we live.

Ready to create a smarter world? Visit our career website and follow us on social: LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

To learn more about NXP in the Netherlands, click here.

What can you expect?

Contract: This is a full-time position with a permanent contract. However, we are open to discuss a part-time opportunity (between 32 and 38 hours) as well.

Benefits: Besides a competitive salary, we offer great benefits as part of our CLA. A bonus plan, possibility to purchase extra holidays, an excellent pension plan, a work from home policy, and the possibility to buy company shares with a 15% discount are some examples. When applicable we also provide a relocation package and support for your move to the Netherlands.

Development opportunities: We believe that a key component to growing our business is to develop our people. To enable you to grow your career at NXP, we provide you with a mix of learning through on-the-job experiences, learning from industries bests, and learning through education to help you develop your core and professional skills.

Our offices: The Netherlands is home to our global headquarters (Eindhoven) along with two additional sites (Nijmegen and Delft) and includes a diverse team of over 2000 employees with 51 different nationalities focused on R&D, manufacturing, product development, business operations, legal and sales.

Hiring process: Applying only takes a minute! Fill in the online application and share your CV with us. After a positive screening based on your CV you will have an initial video conversation with our Talent Acquisition Consultant followed by several business interviews. Here are some useful tips to help you prepare.

And more: Life at NXP is more than work alone. Join one of the many social activities that are organized by and for employees in the Netherlands, such as our Christmas parties and International Walking Day. We have a YOUNG community that organizes a mix of social and professional events for our young professionals and an active Women in Technology network. We also take time to give back to our communities by engaging young girls to learn about Technology during Girls Day or participating in several volunteering activities.

What’s next?

If you are excited about this opportunity, we kindly invite you to apply!