Network Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Sitehop is a highly innovative and disruptive new entrant in the cybersecurity and networking market, developing advanced hardware-enforced products and solutions, utilising Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) technology, that delivers ultra-high-speed, low latency, and high-grade cryptography solutions.
The product has potential in markets that include Cloud Infrastructure, 5G Telecom and IoT solutions and the role provides an unusual opportunity for technical contribution.
We are seeking talented and motivated individuals to help shape our journey. This is an opportunity for the innovators and game-changers who can make a difference. We don’t define ability in ‘years of experience’; our criteria are based on aptitude and attitude. The company DNA is based on innovation, passion, commitment and empowerment and an innate drive to deliver the best first principles solutions to colleagues and customers.
Sitehop is looking to hire an experienced Network Engineer who will join a small but growing, technically diverse team to bring unique and disruptive products to market. To succeed, you will have a clear vision on how software should be developed and be able to execute in short timescales on exciting and visionary projects.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Required:
· Excellent knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3
· Ability to design and setup test labs for Sitehops solution in several networking environments (using GNS3 or other network simulation tools)
· Ability to debug and resolve networks using common networking tools
· Experience/Knowledge of IPsec/BGP/OSPF/Link Aggregation
· Good communication skills with the ability to work within a small team and speak to end customers
Preferred:
· Worked closely with customers to deliver systems/trails
· Cisco Certificate Network Associate/CCNP
· Configured IPsec connections from Cisco/Fortinet/Paulo Alto/etc
· Experience with eNodeB/5G networks
Our values of Innovation, Passion, Commitment and Empowerment are the foundations of our company ethos. We are passionate about diversity and our founders hold an intrinsic belief that a diverse and empowered workforce is a team that challenges and thrives.
At this stage, Sitehop is not able to sponsor any work visas and will only be able to accept and respond to applicants who already have the right to live and work in the UK,
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £40,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sheffield, S1 2BX
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Network Engineer roles across Sitehop Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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