Senior Network Engineer

We’re looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join us at Telia.



I’m Andrius Valiukevičius Team Manager of the Network Contract Maintenance team at Telia Lietuva. Our team is responsible for managing, maintaining, and providing support for Telia Lietuva internal and commercial clients' data center networks.

What you’ll do:
As a Senior Network Engineer, you will take ownership of designing, managing, and maintaining complex network infrastructures within private and public cloud environments, ensuring stable, reliable, and secure data center network operations. You will:

• Develop advanced network configurations and improvements for data center environments, ensuring secure, stable, and efficient operations
• Lead strategic initiatives to enhance network architecture and introduce automation for operational efficiency
• Create solutions for complex incidents and implement major changes by collaborating with architects, project engineers, and cross-functional teams such as Virtualization, Cloud, Linux, and Windows
• Act as a technical authority, consulting with peers and stakeholders to provide expert guidance, share best practices, and maintain high standards of operational excellence and documentation
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Participate in capacity planning, risk assessments, and vendor evaluations to ensure scalability and resilience
• Drive technology adoption and evaluate emerging solutions to strengthen network security and performance
• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements across all network operations

What will help you thrive in this role:
This role requires a strong sense of ownership, strategic thinking, and the ability to lead complex initiatives. You also need:

• Proven experience in designing and securing large-scale data center networks, IP networking, and implementing secure and scalable network solutions•
• Strong knowledge to resolve complex network issues in production data center and customer environments, while collaborating across multiple teams
• Ability to work independently, lead projects, and collaborate effectively
• Fluency in both Lithuanian and English

We are seeking a candidate with experience working with Cisco Nexus 3K/5K/9K and excellent knowledge of dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of IP networking and L2/L3 network protocols, including TCP/IP, VLAN, VRRP, LACP, MC-LAG, EVPN with VXLAN, DHCP, and DNS, as well as strong expertise with NGFW firewalls like Palo Alto, Fortigate, and Checkpoint. Proficiency in creating high-quality documentation and fluency in both Lithuanian and English (written and spoken) are essential.

While not mandatory, experience in network automation for infrastructure deployment, Application Delivery Controllers (F5), Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Python programming, VMware NSX-T technologies, public cloud network technologies, and familiarity with DevOps principles and integration of networking into CI/CD pipelines will be considered a significant advantage.

Join us to shape smarter living for people, businesses, and the planet

At Telia, we’re a team of 15 000 colleagues across the Nordics and Baltics, passionate about technology and connectivity. As a Top Employer and Sustainability Leader, we drive change with large-scale, impactful projects while building a sustainable, inclusive world.

Here, you can grow your skills, lead meaningful projects, and thrive in a supportive, diverse environment. Whether you’re taking your first step or your next, Telia is a place to grow, belong, and make a real impact.

What we offer

At Telia, we care about your well-being, growth, and sense of belonging:

• Additional health insurance and pension plans
• Workation: work from anywhere in the EU for up to 30 days per year
• Extra vacation days based on tenure (up to 5 additional days)
• Discounts on Telia services, including free home internet
• Partner offers and discounts (SPA, cafes, events)
• Telia Kids Club: summer camps for employees’ children
• Company-supported sports activities (yoga, basketball, running)
• Internal training, leadership programs and job shadowing to explore new roles and more www.telia.lt/karjera/kodel-verta-dirbti-telia.

Monthly salary range for this position starting from 4000 Eur (gross) + annual performance. Although it may vary depending on your skills and experience.

Ready to make better happen?

We look forward to receiving your application by June 1, 2026. Please note that we might close the position earlier if we find the right candidate, so don’t wait too long to apply!

If you’re selected for the next stage, you’ll be contacted by our Hiring Manager. Background and reference checks will be part of the process.

Want to know more about this role? Please reach out to Andrius Valiukevičius at

Equal opportunities

At Telia, we recognize talent by professional skills and growth potential. We champion diversity, ensuring every individual’s needs are met, regardless of disability, gender, age, nationality, sexual orientation, or social status. Together, we’re dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment where your uniqueness is our strength.

Join us and let’s make better happen - together!

More about our culture: www.telia.lt/karjera