Senior Network Engineer

<p>Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. Through breakthrough technologies, world-class evidence and partnerships with clinicians and healthcare stakeholders, our employees are inspired by our patient-focused culture to deliver life-changing innovations to those who need them most.</p><p></p><p>We recently announced plans to expand in Spain by building a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Moncada, Valencia. When it becomes operational in 2026, the plant will manufacture Edwards' surgical and transcatheter heart valve replacement technologies and will join a global network of more than 16,000 talented team members and five other production plants. Our new facility in Moncada will welcome up to 1,500 dedicated team members by 2029 across manufacturing, engineering, and several other professional career paths. Hiring for professional positions has started and will continue through the winter and early spring, with specialized training for manufacturing hires beginning in the fall of 2025.<br/><br/><b>How you will make an Impact:</b></p><ul><li><p>Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN)</p></li><li><p>Configure and install switches, routers, firewalls and other network devices</p></li><li><p>Monitor network performance and integrity</p></li><li><p>Ticketing support for end-user troubleshooting</p></li><li><p>Cross-department collaboration</p></li><li><p>Automate tasks and monitor their effectiveness</p></li><li><p>Mentor team members on technical issues</p></li><li><p>Create, oversee and test security measures (e.g. access authentication and disaster recovery)</p></li><li><p>Communicate with users when needed</p></li><li><p>Maintain complete technical documentation</p></li><li><p>Suggest improvements to network performance, capacity and scalability</p></li></ul><p><br/><b>What you will need (Required)</b></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree, in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or at least 8+ years' experience in Network Engineering.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What else we look for (Preferred)</b></p><ul><li><p>Industry-related experience as a Senior Network Engineer or Network Administrator</p></li><li><p>Aruba, Palo Alto, Cisco shop</p></li><li><p>Professional certification (e.g. ACSA, ACSP, CCNA, CCNP, AWS, PCNSE)</p></li><li><p>Solid background in network administration and architecture</p></li><li><p>In-depth understanding of communication protocols (mainly TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g. BGP, OSPF)</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with access control models and network security</p></li><li><p>Preferred knowledge of coding languages for scripting (e.g Python, Perl)</p></li><li><p>Experience with network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g. SolarWinds network tools)</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of network operating systems (Aruba, Cisco IOS)</p></li><li><p>Sharp troubleshooting skills</p></li><li><p>Ability to work independently</p></li><li><p>Organizational and mentoring skills</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What is  it  like  to work at  Edwards  Lifesciences  in  Spain?</b></p><p>As a global leader in patient-focused medical innovations, we offer rewarding opportunities and exciting challenges in a truly international, dynamic and friendly work environment.</p><p>We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can grow, personally and professionally. To achieve this, we offer on-the-job development, training opportunities and the support and guidance provided by dedicated employee groups (the Edwards Network of Women, Edwards Foundation charity team, sustainability activities, and others).  </p><p><u>Edwards  Lifesciences  in  Spain  also  offers  the  following  benefits:</u></p><ul><li>Competitive  Compensation  and  Benefits  package</li><li>Flexible  working  hours,  remote  working</li><li>Pension  plan</li><li>Life  Insurance</li><li>Medical plan</li><li>Meal  Vouchers  </li><li>Service  Awards</li><li>Enhanced  Leave  benefits</li><li>Employee  Stock  Purchase  Programme</li><li>Employee  Assistance  Programme</li><li>Comprehensive Wellness  programme  including  gym  membership  reimbursement,  fresh  fruit  in  the office,  yoga  lessons,  subsidized  massages,  mindfulness  sessions,  educational events,  charity  activities and  much more.</li></ul><p></p><p>Benefits  are  regulated  by  an  internal policy  which  contains  the  full details regarding  the entitlement and  conditions  for  the  benefits.  Benefits  policy and  components  may  vary  by <span> location. </span></p>