Job Description

The Opportunity:
Avantor is looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking, and experienced Engineer - Global Networking, who will be responsible for delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives.
This role will be a full-time position based out of IND- Coimbatore. If you are passionate about solving complex challenges and driving innovation - let's talk!
Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job description :

• Under limited supervision, assist in the installation, implementation, and upgrades of internal systems. Maintain a tracking system for usage evaluation. Maintain an inventory of all equipment, hardware, software and supplies. Troubleshoot, maintains and monitor, external and internal hard drives, printers, plotters and scanners.

• Network Monitoring: Monitor the Network health of Data Centers, high priority sites and remote Avantor sites.
• Network operations: Work closely with multiple internal teams and end users in resolving any network issues reported globally.
• Work with vendor: Work with Internet Service providers and data center management teams in monitoring, resolving and following up on issues reported.
• Handle Escalation: Take care of escalations from the Level 1 teams.
• Network Standard: Be a lead in analyzing the current network setup and improve them to meet the standards.
• Next-Gen Network: Utilize the Network Expertise in improvising the Avantor`s Network Infrastructure to be next-gen.
• Lead Technical Support: Optimize and make a positive employee support experience.
• Partner with Security & Compliance: Drive core security and compliance projects to ensure we're protecting our information assets
• Excel at communication: Be a clear & timely communicator to our associates & leadership, about the state and strategy of Core IT Services & Operations

QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications)

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with information technology, with emphasis on wide area data networks
• Experience in large network environments (more than 1,000 employees & 50+ sites).
• Experience dealing directly with major telecommunication carrier(s) and outsourcing service provider(s)
• Familiarity with wide area data network environment is a plus. CCNA or other advanced network and infrastructure professional certifications preferred

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently)

• Skills: Thorough understanding of technology as it relates to telecommunications & data communications, data centers, network architecture, security, and troubleshooting.
• Must have worked on Monitoring and Supporting internal/external customer networks.
• Must have excellent troubleshooting skill.
• Good experience with Networking products of Cisco, F5, Palo Alto, Viptela, Meraki, and Aruba.
• Very good understanding of service provider and telecommunications carrier business.
• Good experience with Monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, and IP address Management.
• Good communication skill required to work with internal/external customers of Avantor.
• Additional qualities: Desire to focus on and please the customer, ability to understand requests from the customer's point of view

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
3rd party non-solicitation policy:
By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation