Network Engineer – DDI, DNS, DHCP, IPAM, Infoblox

1 week ago

, Canada Astra-North Infoteck Inc. ~ Conquering today’s challenges, achieving tomorrow’s vision! Full-time

DDI Network Engineer – DNS, DHCP, IPAM, Infoblox & Network Automation

Location: Toronto; Hybrid 2 days a week onsite

Top 3 Required Skills

  • DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) Engineering & Architecture – Expert-level experience with enterprise DDI platforms (Infoblox, BlueCat, Diamond IP), DNS/DHCP design, redundancy, failover, and large-scale operations.
  • DNS/DHCP Administration & Troubleshooting – Deep understanding of DNS architecture, DNS security (DNSSEC, SPF, DMARC, DKIM), DHCP services, IPv4/IPv6 management, and advanced root cause analysis.
  • Network Engineering & Automation – Strong experience with Python/Bash scripting, REST/SOAP APIs, Linux/Unix administration, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and network automation in enterprise environments.

Top 3 Preferred Skills

  • Cloud & Hybrid DNS Architecture – Experience designing and managing scalable DNS solutions across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments.
  • Public DNS, CDN & Traffic Management – Experience with domain registrars, public DNS management, Akamai/Cloudflare CDNs, GTM/GSLB, SSL/TLS, and traffic steering.
  • Banking/Financial Services & Compliance Experience – Exposure to regulated environments, audit/compliance requirements, SIEM tools (Splunk/ELK), and ITIL processes.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
  • DDI Certifications (Infoblox/BlueCat) preferred.
  • CCNA/CCNP certifications are considered a strong asset.

Key Qualifications Summary

  • 8+ years of Network Engineering experience, including 5+ years of hands‑on DDI platform experience.
  • Expertise in enterprise DNS, DHCP, IPAM, IPv4/IPv6, and large-scale network services.
  • Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, and APIs.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
  • Ability to lead complex enterprise DDI initiatives, including cloud migrations, M&A integrations, and DNS security implementations.