Sr Network Engineer
Black Box United States
IT Services and IT Consulting · 1,001-5,000 employees
About the role
Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of network switch refreshes across enterprise environments. Mentor team members while resolving complex networking issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in a technical field and 10-15 years of experience in network engineering. Candidates must possess strong expertise in routing protocols, switching technologies, and relevant industry certifications like CCNP or CCIE.
Full description
Sr Network Engineer Position Description
Do you have a passion for networking, a desire to innovate, and a talent for mentoring others? Are you driven by the challenge of designing and deploying solutions for mission-critical environments? If so, we’re looking for you to join our Networking Switch Refresh Project. Join a team that values attention to detail, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence as you help modernize one of the world’s largest financial networks.
In this role, you’ll bring your expertise in routing protocols, hands-on troubleshooting, and solution deployment to ensure a seamless transition to next-generation networking infrastructure. You will also have the ability to work closely with our customer to help them adhere to standards, and help mentor across our team of engineers, fostering growth and teamwork to achieve shared success.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Lead Network Deployment Activities: Architect, design, and implement network switch refreshes across enterprise environments and remote offices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Mentor and Guide Engineers: Share knowledge and provide hands-on mentorship to all team members, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes skill development and innovation.
- Hands-On Troubleshooting: Resolve complex networking issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
- Optimize Network Solutions: Develop deployment strategies and configurations for switching and routing solutions, leveraging industry best practices and cutting-edge technologies.
- Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Release and Project Managers, Smart Hands resources, and clients to ensure smooth execution of deployment plans.
- Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Create detailed documentation of system designs, configurations, and processes for both internal and client use.
- Proactive Innovation: Continuously research and implement new networking technologies to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve reliability.
________________________________________ Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Technical Expertise:
o High proficiency in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS) and troubleshooting skills in complex network environment. o Strong experience with switching technologies, including Nexus, Catalyst Switches, spine-leaf and SDA architecture. o Hands-on experience in Managing and deploying SDA (Wired & Wireless infrastructure) using Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNAC) o Strong knowledge on VxLAN and LISP. o Hands-on experience on LAN technologies including QoS and Dot1x. o Knowledge on Cisco ISE. o Familiarity with DMZ, Firewall, load balancer, and DDI (DNS, DHCP and IP Schema).
- Leadership and Mentorship:
o Proven ability to mentor and work with existing engineers to build strong, collaborative teams. o Strong decision-making skills with a focus on achieving measurable results.
- Innovation and Attention to Detail:
o A passion for seeking new, better ways of doing things, with a meticulous focus on detail. o A proactive mindset to identify and resolve potential issues before they arise. ________________________________________ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
- 10–15 years of experience in network engineering with a focus on deployment and implementation.
- Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent (Cisco/Arista certifications preferred).
- Experience working in production data centers, Enterprise Networks routing/switching, and firewalls.
- Proficiency with networking tools and technologies, including ERP, MS Office, and service management platforms.
________________________________________ Why Join Us?
- Freedom to Innovate: Bring your ideas to life in a dynamic, supportive environment.
- Mentorship Opportunities: Build and shape a high-performing engineering team.
- Make an Impact: Play a key role in modernizing critical financial infrastructure.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with a talented team that values teamwork and shared success.
________________________________________ If you’re ready to tackle challenging projects and make a difference, we want to hear from you. Let’s innovate together!
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