Senior Lead Cloud Network Engineer

Job Purpose:

GSK is seeking a talented and experienced Cloud Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our cloud-based network infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud networking technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams across the organization.

Your responsibilities include:

• Design and deploy scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud network solutions across various cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Monitor, manage, and optimize cloud network performance to ensure high availability and reliability.

• Implement and maintain robust network security measures in the cloud environment to protect data and applications.

• Work closely with DevOps, security, and other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of cloud services.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud network configurations, changes, and operational procedures.

• Develop and implement automation scripts and tools to streamline cloud network operations and management.

• Provide tier-2/3 support for cloud network-related incidents and service requests.

• Stay up-to-date with emerging cloud networking technologies and best practices to continuously improve the cloud network environment.

Your Key Stakeholders are:

• Director Cloud Network: Accountable to ensure processes are followed for all Cloud services strategy, designs, and implementations.  Provide feedback for improvement.

• Cloud Network Architect: Collaborate daily to challenge status quo and present ideas for improvements in delivery of services

• Vendors: Routinely act as SME for 100+ simultaneous projects in fulfilment of services to the business

• EHS Engineering:  Collaborate as needed to look for optimized delivery pipelines for applications and network

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 to 8years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years focused on cloud networking.

• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty, Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, or Google Cloud Professional Network Engineer are highly desirable.

• Proficiency in cloud networking services and technologies across major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Experience with virtual private cloud (VPC), subnets, routing, VPN, and hybrid cloud connectivity.

• Knowledge of network security best practices, firewalls, and encryption protocols.

• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.

• Experience with network monitoring and diagnostic tools in cloud environments.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to think differently, to create positive destruction of status quo, and communicate ideas effectively in writing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Five years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a solid understanding of its technological trends.

• Passionate about enhancing the customer experience.

• Experienced in initiating and delivering large-scale operational programs.

• Experience with management of environments with 100K plus users

• Skilled in operating systems and database administration.

• Proficient in agile delivery methodologies.

• Experienced in the DevOps operational model.

Inclusion & Diversity at GSK:

At GSK, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We believe that diversity in our workforce drives innovation and growth, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants. We strive to create an atmosphere where all individual’s unique perspectives and experiences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to their sex or gender, caste, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, physical and/or mental disability, or any other protected characteristic as per applicable law.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

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