network engineer

KBC Group, the parent company of the Hungarian K&H Bank, is a leading European financial group with a focus on providing bank-insurance products and services to retail, private banking, SME and mid-cap clients, in our core countries: Belgium, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary and Bulgaria.

The KBC Services and Infrastructure division (SIN) operates on a nearshore HR strategy across two locations: Belgium and in Hungary. Our services and teams are international, with responsibilities ranging from day-to-day operations to application development and its management.

As we continue expanding the Hungarian side of the team, we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated new employees.

We are seeking a Networking Engineer who has a foundation in networking systems and an eagerness to grow in areas like scripting, Linux administration, and automation. This is an entry-level role designed for candidates who are keen to learn and develop their skills with the support of a collaborative team.

What you can expect working with us:

• You can make sure your future career is steady within our company
• Life-long learning and plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself
• Competitive salary as well as other benefits such as:
• 10% customizable cafeteria,
• annual performance-based reward,
• company phone with mobile internet, that you can use for private purposes as well
• employee discount at the bank
• Medicover
• Your English language skills won’t be worn out as you can use it on a daily basis
• Flexible schedule as we don’t use ‘Clock in Clock out’ system 
• As our focus is on teamwork we consider it important to hang out in the "open office" together, but you have the option to spend 3 days per week working from home
• We value your insight and are always open to suggestions
• International environment with a cheerful work atmosphere
• Green office in Millennium Park, equipped with:
• bicycle storage and showers
• restaurant with panoramic views over the Danube and the National Theatre
• free coffee and snacks in our community area where we hang out and play darts, and many dining options in the surrounding area

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing and maintaining our telecommunications infrastructure, as part of  a collaborative team.
• Work alongside senior engineers to develop and implement automation solutions for routine network tasks, improving efficiency and minimizing downtime.
• Monitor network traffic, detect anomalies, and troubleshoot telecom issues under guidance of senior colleagues to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in day-to-day operational activities to gain hands-on networking experience.
• Contribute to team projects aimed at enhancing services for the company.
• Learn to develop and use Python scripts to automate tasks and improve system operations.
• Document network configurations, processes, and automation tasks, with guidance on preparing clear technical reports.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of telecom systems and network protocols (e.g. TCP/IP, DNS, IP routing).
• Interest in scripting and automation (prior knowledge of Python is a plus but not mandatory).
• Familiarity with Linux systems is preferred; willingness to learn and grow in this area is essential.
• Knowledge of basic system engineering principles, with a desire to expand expertise in telecom and IT networks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to learn how to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.

What you can expect during the recruitment process:

• After sending your CV in English, expect a three-round interview process, one online with our local recruiter,  one online in English with the Belgian team leader, and the final round is in person at our office in Budapest (in Hungarian) to get to know each other better.
• An efficient selection process is important for both of us, so we try to make it as fast as possible, and even if you are not selected we will give you a detailed feedback.