DNS Engineer / DNS Specialist

Overview

We are seeking a technically strong DNS Specialist to join our global team of architects and engineers responsible for all aspects of naming services across a large enterprise. This includes DNS, DHCP, IPAM, DNS security, operations, governance, engineering, and architecture. 

This role is not focused on day-to-day operations. Instead, it emphasizes technical contribution to the redesign of global DNS infrastructure, ensuring scalability, consistency, and resiliency across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. You’ll work alongside experts shaping the future of enterprise DNS while supporting operational teams through design validation, documentation, and automation. 

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a 

  cross-functional team of architects and engineers

   to assess and redesign the global DNS/DHCP environment. 
• Contribute 

  technical expertise

   to the design and documentation of a unified, enterprise-scale DNS architecture. 
• Develop and execute 

  validation and testing strategies

   to ensure designs are robust and operationally sound. 
• Troubleshoot and analyze DNS/DHCP design-related issues in 

  complex hybrid environments

  . 
• Provide guidance on integration of DNS/DHCP with 

  enterprise network services and cloud platforms

  . 
• Support development of 

  automation strategies

   for DNS/DHCP testing, validation, and lifecycle management. 
• Participate in 

  governance and security initiatives

   to ensure DNS infrastructure meets enterprise standards. 
• Help deliver and improve 

  DNS management tools

   used across 

  multi-platform environments

  , including 

  on-premises and cloud

  . 

Required Skills

• Strong foundation in 

  DNS protocols

   and their operational behaviors. 
• 4–5 years of hands-on DNS/DHCP experience in 

  enterprise environments

  . 
• Solid background in 

  network engineering

   (routing, switching, TCP/IP fundamentals). 
• Strong knowledge of DNS record types (A, AAAA, PTR, CNAME, MX, SRV, TXT, NS, SOA, Glue, etc.). 
• Experience with DNS/DHCP in 

  hybrid and multi-cloud environments

   (Azure DNS, GCP Cloud DNS, AWS Route 53). 

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience with 

  DDI solutions and management tools

  . 
• Familiarity with tools like 

  Windows DNS a plus

  . 
• Experience with 

  automation and scripting

   (Python, PowerShell, Ansible). 
• Background in 

  infrastructure redesign or migration projects

  . 

Soft Skills

• Strong 

  problem-solving and troubleshooting

   abilities. 
• Ability to 

  translate complex technical concepts

   into clear documentation. 
• Excellent 

  communication and collaboration

   skills across global teams. 
• ​Strategic thinker with a focus on 

  technical validation and testing

  .