Senior Network Engineer

RIEDEL Communications is the leading provider of live production tools in the media, sports and entertainment sectors. To cover our customers' needs holistically, we are divided into three business units: Product Division, Managed Technology & Riedel Networks  

Our Managed Technology division rents out our audio, video, IT and communication solutions for international live events and offers a comprehensive service from project planning to on-site implementation. It's not just about festivals, like Rock am Ring or sporting events - like Formula 1 or the Super Bowl - but also about guaranteeing all guests a thrilling experience. 

Come with us as Senior Network Engineer - Maritime (m/f/d) on this exciting journey and experience the fascination of Riedel Communications in action.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• You configure and troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks, including static routing, OSPF, and BGP.
• You optimize broadcast and IT traffic using VLANs, QoS, and ACLs, while implementing port security.
• You design and deploy redundancy and failover strategies with technologies such as Spanning Tree, VRRP, and MLAG.
• You deploy and maintain multicast routing using IGMP snooping, queriers, and PIM (Sparse/Dense modes).
• You implement and troubleshoot professional broadcast protocols such as AES67, SMPTE ST 2110, and SMPTE
• You configure and manage Fortinet firewalls, VPNs, and access policies, applying best practices for network segmentation and broadcast/IT convergence.
• You deploy, configure, and maintain Riedel Artist intercom systems and MediorNet (including MediorNet IP), integrating them with broader IT and broadcast networks.

THAT'S YOU

• Strong understanding of unicast/multicast routing, QoS, network redundancy, and real-time traffic handling.
• Hands-on experience with multicast troubleshooting tools (e.g., IGMP monitoring, Wireshark).
• Knowledge of broadcast workflows and IT-production integration points.
• Ability to document and diagram complex broadcast network topologies.
• 3+ years of experience in broadcast IT networking or a related field.
• Vendor certifications such as CCNA/CCNP, Fortinet NSE, or Aruba Certified.
• Experience in live broadcast or production network environments is a strong plus.

WE OFFER

More than just a salary - your plus at RIEDEL
Look forward to 30 days of vacation and many additional offers - from JobRad to exclusive employee discounts, corporate benefits and our company pension scheme. Our global employee referral program is also waiting for you.

Flexibility that suits your life
Whether you're an early riser or a night owl - our flexible working hours system and the option of mobile working in the hybrid model ensure a real work-life balance.

Support in every situation
"meinEAP" offers you helpful services - e.g. for childcare, caring for relatives or for your physical and mental well-being.

Recharge your batteries - from coffee to lunch
A real treat: our own coffee roast - free of charge at the in-house coffee bar, just the way you like it. Our in-house canteen also takes care of your physical well-being with freshly prepared, varied dishes at fair prices every day - balanced, tasty and served directly on site.

We're contributing to your career development. We'll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By helping our people to reach their potential, we frequently support them to find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

ENRICH OUR TEAM

With us, you can expect an exciting challenge with plenty of opportunities to take on responsibility and develop personally. 

RIEDEL stands for equal opportunities and diversity We are looking forward to getting to know you as you are - far away from any pigeonholing.