Department OverviewThe Network Engineer III is a senior technical role responsible for the implementation, ongoing management, and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure. This role combines deep hands-on engineering expertise driving stability, performance, security, and operational excellence. In addition, this position provides solution engineer ownership for integrations between network platforms and enterprise services/tools (e.g., automation pipelines, monitoring/observability, ticketing/ITSM, identity, and security tooling) to enable scalable operations and better end-to-end service outcomes. Core responsibilities reflect Network Engineer III scope (enterprise routing/switching, operations, documentation, process improvement, and security enhancements).
DutiesNetwork Engineering (Enterprise Core)- Lead the implementation of complex network solutions (LAN/WAN/WLAN and related services) ensuring scalability, resilience, and security.
- Serve as an escalation point for complex incidents; drive root cause analysis and durable corrective actions.
- Develop and maintain architecture documentation (diagrams, configurations, procedures) and ensure high-quality implementation readiness.
- Define and use network capacity models, performance metrics, and operational reporting to support continuous improvement.
- Coordinate complex network changes, upgrades, and migrations with minimal disruption; ensure strong change discipline and communications.
Juniper Engineering- Provide technical ownership for Juniper network environments, including troubleshooting, lifecycle planning, and operational stability in enterprise settings. (Multi-vendor experience is valuable, but Juniper is preferred.)
Network Automation- Design and deliver network automation to reduce operational complexity (e.g., configuration provisioning, compliance validation, automated remediation, and repeatable deployment methods).
- Establish automation standards and reusable patterns to accelerate delivery and improve reliability (e.g., gold templates, validation gates, automated rollback approaches).
Solution Architecture for Integrations- Act as solution engineer for integrations between network services and enterprise tools/platforms, ensuring end-to-end operational workflows are scalable and supportable (examples: monitoring/telemetry pipelines, configuration/compliance systems, ITSM/ticketing, CMDB asset integrity, security event workflows, and identity-driven access control).
- Ensure engineering decisions support operational outcomes: observability, auditability, resilience, and reduced mean time to restore.
Security & Service Enablement- Interface with customer and stakeholder teams to design and continuously deliver security-related enhancements.
- Support implementation of network security best practices and alignment with security teams and policies.
Project & Process Excellence- Contribute across the full lifecycle of global network projects, including planning, coordination with procurement/logistics/resource planning, and ensuring documentation is complete and usable.
- Review and tailor processes to ensure they are lean and fit-for-purpose; drive standardization and continuous improvement.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications- Significant progressive experience in enterprise network engineering within complex environments (engineering, operations, and troubleshooting).
- Juniper experience in enterprise routing and switching environments.
- Network automation experience delivering automated methods that reduce operational complexity and improve reliability.
- Strong foundation in routing and switching concepts and enterprise troubleshooting; multi-vendor networking experience is beneficial.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; documentation discipline and attention to detail.
- Ability to work outside regular hours when necessary (change windows, critical incidents).
Preferred / Nice-to-Have- Experience with DNS and related enterprise network services (DHCP, IPAM).
- Experience with security tooling and processes (e.g., segmentation, firewall policy alignment, SASE/SSE concepts, security event workflows).
- Experience with Active Directory (AD) and identity services, and how identity integrates with network access controls (nice-to-have per your request).
- Experience producing implementation documentation, runbooks, and improving operational processes.
Competencies- Technical leadership and strong operational judgment.
- Systems thinking and engineering mindset for end-to-end integrations.
- Automation-first approach to improving reliability and reducing toil.
- Stakeholder management and cross-team collaboration.
- Coaching and talent development.
CompensationBonus Eligible: yesLong - Term Incentive: yesBenefits Eligible: yesSalary RangeThe expected salary range for this role is $127,332.00 - $159,165.00 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.
(The position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance.)
Additional Information: Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.
Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald's long-term incentive plan.
Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
