Network Engineering Manager

The Manager, Network Engineering will lead our organization's network infrastructure strategy, design, and operations. The successful candidate will oversee a team of network engineers, manage advanced networking technologies including Wi-Fi, BGP, global WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS), and ensure robust, secure, and high-performing network services across multiple geographic locations. This role requires deep technical expertise in routing protocols, traffic prioritization (QoS), and on-premises-to-cloud connectivity, combined with proven leadership skills to manage distributed teams. The Manager, Network Engineering will drive network innovation, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business-critical applications and services.

In this capacity, the Manager, Network Engineering will:

Network Design & Management

• Manage global Wide Area Network (WAN) operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance;
• Lead the deployment and optimization of Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) solutions to enhance network agility and cost-efficiency; and
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of multiple networks connecting via advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP.

Cloud Networking

• Design and manage on-premises-to-public-cloud connectivity, including hybrid network architectures;
• Set up and maintain cloud networking environments in Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon AWS, including VPCs, VPNs, and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute; and
• Ensure seamless integration of cloud-based services with enterprise network infrastructure.

Traffic Management

• Implement and refine Quality of Service (QoS) policies for traffic prioritization, ensuring optimal performance for critical applications (e.g., VoIP, video, business systems); and
• Monitor and troubleshoot network latency, packet loss, and bandwidth utilization.

Team Leadership

• Manage a distributed team of network engineers across multiple geographic locations, fostering collaboration and accountability;
• Coordinate resource allocation and project assignments to meet organizational goals; and
• Provide mentorship, conduct performance reviews, and develop career growth plans for team members.

Strategic Planning

• Develop and execute a network engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives and technological advancements; and
• Evaluate emerging network technologies (e.g., zero-trust networking, 5G) and recommend adoption where beneficial.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure network uptime, security, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST);
• Establish monitoring tools, high availability configurations and disaster recovery plans for network infrastructure; and
• Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.

Collaboration

• Partner with IT leadership, application teams, and external vendors to align network capabilities with organizational needs; and
• Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and outages.

Project Management

• Lead network-related projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, or SD-WAN rollouts, delivering on time and within budget.

Proficiencies:

• Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for network configuration and management;
• Familiarity with zero-trust security models and network segmentation;
• Background in managing vendor relationships with ISPs, hardware providers, or cloud service providers;
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2) as they relate to network infrastructure;
• Deep knowledge of routing and switching technologies (e.g., Arista, Brocade, Cisco);
• Experience in SD-WAN platforms (e.g., CATO, Palo Alto, Silver Peak);
• Expertise in QoS configuration and traffic engineering for enterprise networks;
• Familiarity with network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and protocols (e.g., IPsec, SSL);
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Scrutinizer);
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience managing remote or distributed teams;
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities;
• Superior communication skills, capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences; and
• Proven project management experience with a focus on delivering complex initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience);
• Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate);
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 4-6 years in a leadership or managerial role;
• Extensive experience with advanced routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and Wi-Fi network design/optimization;
• Proven expertise in managing global WAN environments and SD-WAN deployments;
• Hands-on experience establishing on-premises-to-cloud connectivity and setting up cloud networking in Azure and/or AWS; and
• Demonstrated success managing network teams across multiple geographic locations.