Lanka Education and Research Network (LEARN) is Sri Lanka’s premier national research and education network, dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation across the country. We specialize in interconnecting universities, higher education institutions, and research centers, creating a collaborative environment that fuels groundbreaking discoveries and promotes academic excellence. By providing state-of-the-art network services and fostering strategic partnerships, LEARN plays a pivotal role in enhancing research capabilities and supporting educational advancements, making a significant impact on the future of Sri Lanka's academic and research landscape.

 

Role Summary

Responsible for design of customer networks and preparation of technical specifications of the designs for tenders, assist customer in configuration of network devices and server applications, implementation of network monitoring systems, troubleshooting and resolving customer network and hosted services on request of support and implementation/ deployment of new network services and applications for LEARN.

Main duties and responsibilities

    • Design of wired/wireless networks for customers, preparing technical documents for tender call and monitor/supervise the implementation of the network
    • Monitoring of customer networks to ensure smooth running/availability and analyse/troubleshoot for any issues
    • Handling customer requests related to Network and Systems services/applications issues and resolve them
    • Dealing with on-going network attacks, malware and other computer/network security incidences and alerting customers accordingly
    • Conducting technical trainings for customers
    • Participation in local and overseas trainings/workshops

 

Required Qualifications and Skills

    • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Telecommunication Engineering / Electrical and Electronic Engineering / Computer Science (4 years degree)
    • 2 years proven experience in network and system design, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance.
    • Hands-on working experience with LAN/WAN networks and sound knowledge in routing (OSPF,BGP), switching and other networking procols
    • Experience in configuring enterprise routers and switches and working with Linux based operating systems
    • Experience in Firewalls, VPN and hardening of systems security
    • Experience in network related services like Web, Mail, DNS, LDAP, Radius, Proxy, SASL, VOIP, Virus and Spam filters
    • Experience in PHP, Python, Shell, Perl scripting

 

Why Join Us?

    • This isn’t just another job. It’s a chance to be at the heart of innovation in education technology, in a role that offers growth, challenge, and the opportunity to impact thousands of learners and educators. Plus, enjoy a vibrant work culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.
    • Ready to be a part of something big? Apply now to become a Network/ Systems Engineer with LEARN and turn your passion for technology into impactful solutions that reshape education!

 

Salary & Benefits

  • The starting engineer salary will be LKR 118,000/- per month, plus a fixed allowance of Rs. 96,300/- per month. but, based on your post-qualification experience, we will assess your placement within our company’s structured career path, offering opportunities for advancement and salary adjustments to match your expertise and potential for growth.
  • Both local and overseas trainings/workshops
  • Financial support to obtain necessary certification and for professional development
  • Structured career path within the organization
  • Structured career path within the organization
  • Structured career path within the organization
  • Hybrid work environment

Workplace: Peradeniya, Kandy

 

Join LEARN, and help us shape the future of education and research in Sri Lanka. Your expertise can make a world of difference! Apply today and be a part of something extraordinary.

If you satisfy the qualifications outlined above and are attracted to this opportunity, kindly complete the form below by providing the necessary details.

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