About the role

You will lead a team of network engineers to design, implement, and improve the global enterprise network infrastructure. This role involves defining engineering standards, driving technical strategy, and collaborating with global teams to ensure secure and scalable connectivity.

What they look for

Network Engineering Network Architecture Leadership Cloud Networking SD-WAN Network Security Network Automation Infrastructure as Code Routing Switching Stakeholder Management Project Management Agile Methodologies Cybersecurity WAN LAN

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience managing network engineering teams in an enterprise environment. Strong technical proficiency in LAN, WAN, cloud networking, and network security is required, along with the legal right to work in Norway.

Full description

About the Role

As the Network Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of highly skilled network engineers responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and continuous improvement of NOV's global enterprise network.

Reporting directly to the Director, IT Networking, you will define network engineering standards, guide technical strategy, and ensure our global infrastructure remains secure, scalable, and ready to support the future needs of the business.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges while developing people and building high-performing engineering teams.

Why This Role Matters

Reliable and secure connectivity is fundamental to NOV's global operations. Your work will directly influence the performance, resilience, and modernization of the network infrastructure supporting more than 550 sites worldwide. You will play a key role in driving network automation, cloud connectivity, security improvements, and engineering best practices while enabling the business to continue operating safely and efficiently.

About the Team

You will lead a team of Network Engineers and Architects based in Norway and collaborate daily with colleagues across Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and other global locations. The team partners closely with Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Project Management, and Operations to deliver enterprise-wide technology solutions.

About NOV

NOV delivers technology driven equipment, systems, services, and software solutions supporting energy production and industrial operations worldwide. Through our global engineering expertise and technology leadership, we help customers improve safety, reliability, efficiency, and operational performance across a wide range of industries.

Why Join NOV?

At NOV, you'll have the opportunity to:
Lead the engineering strategy for a truly global enterprise network
Influence technology decisions and long-term infrastructure modernization
Work with modern networking, cloud, security, and automation technologies
Develop and mentor an experienced technical team
Collaborate with international technology leaders across the business
Build a long-term career within a stable global technology organization committed to innovation and continuous improvement

Diversity & Inclusion

At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe different perspectives drive innovation and better business outcomes. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.