Senior Network Engineer I

The Senior Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network solutions for our clients, strongly emphasizing Layer 2 and Layer 3 services. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in network technologies and have prior experience in the design and implementation of SDWAN solutions such as Viptela, VeloCloud, and/or other vendor solutions. This role requires a customer-facing professional who can assist in presenting solutions, conducting assessments, determining the best solutions, and delivering our services for our clients. Technical lead-level soft skills and writing/documentation skills are required.

Please note that this is a full-time, direct-hire role. Due to segments of our customer base, we cannot sponsor employment visas.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and deliver Layer 2 and Layer 3 network solutions for service providers.
• Specialize in network technologies to deliver high-quality network infrastructure services. (e.g., Cisco, Meraki, Juniper, etc.)
• Utilize expertise SDWAN and/or other emerging technologies such as ACI, SDA, etc.
• Develop and present detailed network assessments, designs, and solution proposals to clients.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored network solutions.
• Ensure network security, performance, and reliability for clients.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to provide cutting-edge solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and other team members.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on service provider environments.
• Professional certifications such as Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or equivalent are highly desired. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) ore equivalent is required.
• Strong expertise in Cisco network technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 network protocols and services.
• Experience with SDWAN solutions such as Viptela, VeloCloud, and/or other similar vendor solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong customer-facing skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to clients.
• Proven ability to assist in pre-sales activities and develop strong client relationships.
• Exceptional presentation and documentation skills.

It would be great if you also had:

• Experience with automation tools and scripting languages for network management.
• Familiarity with other network technologies and vendors (e.g., Meraki, Juniper, Arista, Fortinet, etc.).
• Understanding of cloud networking and integration with on-premises infrastructure.
• Experience with security-related technologies and solutions such as Palo Alto, Zscaler, etc.