Network Engineer II

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Network Engineer II to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and building complex multi-vendor network solutions to support our North American business customers. This role requires in-depth knowledge of various network technology and vendor implementations including Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Cradlepoint, and VMware. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in routing protocol design, security, and comprehensive documentation skills.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain complex multi-vendor network solutions for business customers.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess network requirements and develop appropriate solutions.

• Configure and troubleshoot network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and other network appliances.

• Ensure network security by implementing and managing firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures.

• Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, including design diagrams, configuration guides, and standard operating procedures.

• Monitor network performance, identify issues, and implement solutions to optimize network efficiency.

• Provide technical support and guidance to customers and internal teams.

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure network solutions are current and effective.

• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to network emergencies as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in network engineering.

• Proficiency in designing and implementing network solutions using vendors such as Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, Cradlepoint, and VMware.

• Strong understanding of routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).

• Experience with network security principles and practices, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to create and maintain detailed network documentation.

• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Experience with Network Automation/DevOps including familiarity with Python, CI/CD tools and scripting large deployments/complex changes.

• Relevant certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or equivalent.

• Experience in a customer-facing role, providing technical support and solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Familiarity with cloud networking solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure).

• Advanced certifications such as CCIE, JNCIP, Fortinet NSE, or equivalent.

• Experience with multi-cloud networking (MCN), unified SASE and network function virtualization (NFV).

• Knowledge of wireless networking technologies and solutions.