OverviewThe
Cloud Network Engineer II is a key member of the Cloud Networking team, responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud networking solutions across AvidXchange's multi-cloud environments, including PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS applications. This role focuses on ensuring security, reliability, and operational efficiency, while driving automation and modernization initiatives. The ideal candidate is a proactive, technically skilled engineer with experience in cloud networking, security best practices, and multi-cloud integration.
What You'll Do- Design, deploy, and maintain cloud network architectures in public clouds (Azure, AWS).
- Configure and manage virtual networks, SD-WAN, firewalls, and load balancers.
- Implement network security best practices, including segmentation, encryption, and policy enforcement.
- Collaborate with security operations and architecture teams to remediate network security gaps.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to implement seamless integrations across PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS environments.
- Monitor and manage multi-cloud networking environments, driving incident response, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.
- Evaluate and integrate cloud-native networking solutions such as service meshes and private links.
- Optimize cloud network performance and efficiency, driving cost savings and operational improvements.
- Maintain compliance with SOX and PCI standards, including evidence creation and audit readiness.
- Research emerging cloud networking technologies to modernize the network footprint.
- Serve as the escalation point for networking-related issues, ensuring smooth resolution and team collaboration.
- Drive automation initiatives using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) to improve scalability and reduce manual workloads.
- Support cloud disaster recovery and business continuity planning to ensure minimal downtime.
- Monitor networking metrics and KPIs to promote operational excellence and accountability.
- Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.
What We're Looking For- 3+ years of experience in cloud networking technologies and infrastructure design within Azure, AWS, or similar public clouds.
- Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).
- Experience with SD-WAN, cloud firewalls, and Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
- Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, VPN, etc.) and network monitoring tools.
- Knowledge of security frameworks such as Zero Trust, NIST, or CIS benchmarks.
- Experience with cloud cost optimization strategies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and customer satisfaction.
- Proven adaptability and ability to manage multiple priorities and changing business needs.
