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DDI Network Engineer – DDI, DNS, DHCP

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Sep 19, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Oct 16, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 2 days per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

The DDI Network Engineer will lead complex enterprise DDI initiatives, including cloud migrations, M&A integrations, and DNS security implementations. They are responsible for the design, architecture, and large-scale operations of DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services.

Job details

DDI Network Engineer – DDI, DNS, DHCP 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 8+ years of network engineering experience, including 5+ years of hands-on DDI platform experience. A bachelor's degree in a technical field is required, along with strong proficiency in Python, Bash, and network automation.