Network Administrator

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Ubisoft is a global leader in video games, with teams around the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed to Rainbow Six, Just Dance, and many more. We believe that diversity of perspectives advances both players and teams. If you are passionate about innovation and want to push the boundaries of entertainment, join our adventure and help us create the unknown!

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Infrastructure department of our global network team is looking for a Network Administrator ready to put their expertise at the service of a dynamic team of video game and technology enthusiasts. If you are bold, motivated, and not afraid to push boundaries, we want you on our team.

As a Network Administrator, you will be responsible for the installation and maintenance of IT solutions and services, as well as proposing improvements and optimizations to the current infrastructure. As a senior administrator, you will also be responsible for resolving complex issues escalated by our partners.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain network equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers).
• Deploy and support private network links and dedicated peering connections.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network infrastructure and services.
• Apply network security policies and procedures.
• Perform proactive network capacity planning and management.
• Automate to improve operational efficiency and consistency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network hardware, software, and configurations.
• Contribute to the definition of network standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Participate in technical needs assessment and support design efforts.
• Provide user support and mentor team members, including new colleagues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven senior-level experience in advanced routing (BGP, OSPF) and switching technologies (VLAN, STP, EtherChannel, VTP, Layer 2/3 protocols), with solid experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex problems in production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement automation solutions with Python and Ansible, including practical experience integrating into CI/CD pipelines.
• In-depth practical understanding of Linux environments, with advanced command-line expertise and system-level networking knowledge.
• Extensive knowledge of infrastructure ecosystems, including storage virtualization and cloud computing (private and public).
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts to make them clear and accessible to stakeholders at all levels, including management.
• Proactivity in identifying risks and dependencies, escalating governance or prioritization concerns, and contributing to operational clarity and strategic decisions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We adopt a hybrid work model that helps you stay connected with your team and aligned with company priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note that some roles are entirely office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

For your information: If you need a work permit, your eligibility may depend on your education and years of relevant work experience, as required by the government.

Skills and knowledge come in different forms and can be based on relevant experiences, which is why we strongly encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet all the requirements listed above.

At Ubisoft, we encourage diversity in all its forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment for everyone. We know it's important for the interview to be enjoyable. Therefore, if you need accommodations, please let us know if we can do anything to facilitate the interview process.