Werfen is a family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. With the headquarter in Barcelona, it operates directly in 30 countries, more than 100 territories through distributors, and with a workforce of 7000 employees. Werfen is a specialized diagnostics company committed to providing innovative solutions to hostipals and laboratories, powering patient care around the world. With a strong passion for designing and implementing robust, secure, and scalable network solutions, the Senior Network Engineer with join a fast-paced, collaborative environment and will contribute in driving innovation and excellence in our network infrastructure to support our organization's growth and success. As a Senior Network Lead, you will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our enterprise network infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our network environment, enabling seamless communication and connectivity for our organization. Reporting into the Head of Digital Infrastructure & Cloud Services your role will be to lead, support and develop the General Connectivity & Network Security team & services for Werfen. Key Accountabilities
• Network Design and Architecture:
• Design and implement network architectures, including LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless networks, to meet the evolving needs of the organization.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend network design enhancements and optimization opportunities.
• Network Implementation and Configuration:
• Configure and deploy network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless access points, following best practices and security standards.
• Collaborate with system administrators and other IT teams to integrate network solutions with existing infrastructure and applications.




• Network Security:
• Implement and maintain network security measures, including access controls, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and VPN technologies, to safeguard against cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and address potential security risks and compliance issues.
• Network Monitoring and Performance Optimization:
• Monitor network performance, availability, and reliability using network monitoring tools and utilities.
• Troubleshoot network issues, analyze performance data, and implement optimization measures to enhance network performance and efficiency.
• Incident Response and Problem Management:
• Lead the resolution of network-related incidents and service disruptions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to minimize downtime and impact on business operations.
• Conduct root cause analysis for network issues and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Documentation and Standards Compliance:
• Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, procedures, and technical specifications.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies related to network infrastructure and security.
• Capacity Planning and Scalability:
• Perform capacity planning for network resources and bandwidth requirements based on business growth projections and usage patterns.




• Recommend and implement scalable solutions to accommodate the organization's expanding network infrastructure needs. Networking/Key relationships
• Colleagues in the Infrastructure and Support organization
• IT Leadership Team
• Enterprise Architect
• Information Security
• PMO
• Enterprise Application & Development
• Business stakeholders
• Technology Partners / Service Providers Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:
• Master degree in Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience as a network engineer or in a similar role, designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-level network infrastructure.
• Hands-on experience with network equipment and technologies from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto Networks, Aruba, and Fortinet.
• Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, CISSP, or relevant vendor certifications are highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and take decisions in alignment with management.
• People-, customer
- and service-oriented mindset.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and oral), at ease interacting with management. Skills & Capabilities:
• In-depth knowledge of networking concepts, protocols, and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP), and network security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Travel

requirements:
Occasional travel required to main Werfen locations or based on project requirements.

📌 Global Network Solutions lead (Barcelona)
🏢 Werfen
📍 Barcelona