Senior Network Engineer - Retail

Join one of the largest food and drug retailers in the U.S. as a Senior Staff Network Engineer. In this key role within the IT infrastructure team, you will design, implement, and optimize cloud-based network architecture. Leveraging your expertise in networking technologies, you will ensure the scalability, reliability, and security of the cloud network infrastructure while seamlessly integrating cloud services with on-premises systems. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud platforms and technologies, driving innovation and enhancing the organization's digital capabilities.

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Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy and manage complex LAN\WAN\SDWAN network solutions across the enterprise.
• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based network solutions within the company’s s Azure environment
• Develop network architecture plans and strategies to support the organization's cloud initiatives and business objectives.
• Implement best practices for network segmentation, routing, and traffic optimization in a cloud environment.
• Implement robust security controls and measures to protect cloud-based network resources and data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
• Configure and maintain data center network Infrastructure comprised of Cisco and Meraki SD WAN.
• Configure and manage network security groups, access control lists (ACLs), and encryption protocols to enforce data privacy and compliance requirements.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and implement remediation strategies.
• Configure and manage cloud networking services, such as virtual private clouds (VPCs), subnets, load balancers, and content delivery -networks (CDNs).
• Optimize network performance and reliability by leveraging cloud-native services and features, such as auto-scaling, traffic routing, and global load balancing.
• Implement hybrid cloud connectivity solutions, including VPNs, direct connections, and inter-region peering.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) practices to enable scalable and repeatable deployments of cloud network resources.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate network automation into continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Monitor LAN/WAN and cloud network performance metrics and analyze traffic patterns to identify areas for optimization and improvement.
• Implement monitoring and alerting mechanisms to proactively detect and respond to network anomalies, performance degradation, and security incidents.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills/Must have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect) are a plus.
• 8+ years of experience as a lead in network engineering
• In-depth knowledge of cloud networking concepts and technologies, including VPCs, subnets, routing tables, security groups, and load balancers.
• Hands-on experience with Azure.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, protocols, and best practices in a cloud environment.
• Experience with network automation and orchestration tools, infrastructure as code (IaC) practices, and scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex cloud network issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50lbs regularly
• Ability to perform all physical aspects, including but not limited to bending, lifting, squatting, and climbing
• Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits, and attitude
• Ability to function as a team member but able to work with little or no supervision

Benefits:

• Medical 
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO

Salary:

• $100,000 Per Annum