Senior Network Engineer

About the role

You will join the new Tech Infrastructure team at GROPYUS as Senior Network Engineer, owning network infrastructure across multiple locations: planning, deploying, and operating everything from firewalls and VPNs to Wifi and switches. You'll work with physical hardware at sites while integrating with cloud environments, ensuring reliable connectivity for all GROPYUS teams.

What you'll do

• Designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure across all GROPYUS sites — including firewalls, VPN, Wi-Fi, and switching
• Planning and executing physical network deployments: site surveys, rack planning, cabling, and hardware installation
• Ensuring network security, segmentation, and access control across corporate and operational technology environments
• Monitoring network performance and troubleshooting connectivity issues
• Collaborating with the Tech Infrastructure team on standardized, automated approaches to network management
• Documenting network architecture and maintaining configuration standards

What you'll need

• Experienced network engineer with strong background in enterprise network infrastructure
• Hands-on experience with network hardware — comfortable planning rack layouts, running cables, and deploying equipment at physical sites
• Experience with firewalls, VPN solutions, enterprise Wi-Fi, and managed switches (Palo Alto, Meraki, or Unifi experience a plus)
• Understanding of network security principles: segmentation, access control, and secure remote access
• Familiar with network monitoring tools and experience troubleshooting performance issues
• Service-oriented mindset focused on reliability and ease of use
• Comfortable with automation and scripting to reduce manual configuration work
• Based in Germany and open to occasional travel to sites for deployments and support

What they offer

• Unlimited contract with 30 vacation days
• Flexible hybrid work with option to work abroad up to 40 days per year and flex hours
• Company pension scheme, language courses, employee discounts, and mental health support
• Virtual Shares Program to participate in GROPYUS success