Senior Network Engineer

1. About Our Client:

The organization operates in the technology and networking industry, addressing challenges in maintaining reliable, scalable, and secure network infrastructure. It supports distributed teams across the U.S. and focuses on providing consistent network performance and operational efficiency through site reliability practices. The organization prioritizes automation, monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance network stability and security. It offers a remote-first work environment and manages a broad portfolio of networking systems including enterprise servers, firewalls, and advanced networking configurations.

2. About the Opportunity:

The Network Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of the organization’s networking systems. This role focuses on minimizing downtime, troubleshooting complex issues, and implementing automation to improve operational efficiency. The position supports critical infrastructure including firewalls, enterprise servers, and L2/L3 networking. The Network Engineer collaborates across teams to align technical initiatives with business goals and helps maintain high availability through on-call support and proactive capacity planning. This role is vital for sustaining secure, scalable, and stable network operations.

3. Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain site reliability processes for network systems

• Enhance monitoring and alert systems for early issue detection

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and escalate networking service-impacting issues

• Configure, manage, and monitor network infrastructure including servers and firewalls

• Automate repetitive tasks to improve operational efficiency

• Analyze network performance and contribute to capacity planning

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on networking initiatives

• Create and maintain documentation for systems and procedures

• Participate in on-call rotations for critical network support

• Provide input on networking reliability best practices

• Engage in professional development to stay current on networking trends

• Support strategic business initiatives and cross-functional projects

• Promote positive interactions with internal and external partners

4. Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, networking, or related field preferred but not required

• 5+ years of experience in networking or site reliability engineering

• Proficient in troubleshooting complex networking and system issues

• Skilled in managing enterprise servers, L2/L3 networking, and firewalls

• Hands-on experience with FortiGate firewalls including configuration and rule management

• Ability to design and implement firewall policies

• Familiarity with FortiGate VPNs, traffic shaping, and intrusion prevention

• Experience with Python, Docker/container management, Git/GitHub, and scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

• Knowledge of Linux server maintenance and interface management (IPs, VLANs)

• Proficiency with iptables or nftables and permissions management

• Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or Salt

• Ability to work with non-technical teams to develop aligned technical solutions

• Support Development and QA teams with software installation and configuration

• Strong analytical and communication skills

• Interest and ability to mentor team members

• Proficiency with MS Office, web conferencing, and internal communication tools

5. Pay Range and Compensation Package:

• The base salary for this position is $115,000 - $140,000 annually, determined by the candidate’s level, skills, qualifications, and experience along with position requirements and financial plans

• Compensation is geography-independent within the U.S.

• The organization reserves the right to modify this range at any time

6. Benefits & Perks:

• Fully remote work with a monthly stipend for office services and supplies

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options

• Health savings and spending accounts with employer contributions

• Employee assistance program, group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary life/AD&D insurance, accident and critical illness coverage

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Tuition reimbursement and healthy lifestyle reimbursements

• Open paid time off, paid holidays, bereavement, parental, caregiver, and paid FMLA leave

• Early Friday workweek closure (“Friends and Family Friday”)

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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