Morgan Stanley

Senior L3 Network Operation Engineer - Vice President

Morgan Stanley • $155K — $215K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of enterprise network engineering experience in large-scale environments
  • Hands-on expertise with Arista 7800 Series, Cisco Nexus, and Cisco 8800 Routing Platforms
  • Deep knowledge in BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EVPN/VXLAN, and advanced routing architectures
  • Experience designing hybrid-cloud connectivity solutions across Azure and GCP
  • Advanced automation skills with Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks including Python and Terraform
  • Strong packet analysis skills with tools like Wireshark
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across technical and operational teams

Responsibilities

  • Design and support large-scale network infrastructure across various environments
  • Engineer high-performance network platforms for mission-critical applications
  • Lead strategic infrastructure transformation and network modernization initiatives
  • Provide Tier-3 technical leadership for complex production incidents
  • Architect secure hybrid-cloud connectivity solutions
  • Optimize low-latency network solutions for high-performance trading
  • Drive network automation initiatives using Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies

Benefits

  • Access to comprehensive healthcare plans
  • Retirement savings options with company matching
  • Generous paid time-off policy
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Wellness programs to support work-life balance
Full Job Description
This is a Lead Infrastructure Production Management & Reliability Engineering position at the Vice President level, which is part of the job family responsible for maintaining the stability and reliability of the organization's infrastructure systems, ensuring optimal performance and availability to support business operations.

What you'll do in the role:
  • Design, deploy, and support large-scale network infrastructure spanning Data Centers, Campus Networks, WAN Backbone, Extranet, Internet Edge, and Multi-Cloud environments.
  • Engineer high-performance network platforms utilizing Arista 7800 Series, Cisco Nexus, and Cisco Next-Generation 8800 Routing Platforms.
  • Design and support advanced routing architectures leveraging BGP, OSPF, MPLS, Segment Routing (SR-MPLS), EVPN/VXLAN, and MPLS SR Traffic Engineering (SR-TE).
  • Lead strategic infrastructure transformation, network modernization, hardware refresh, and technology migration initiatives.
  • Provide Tier-3 technical leadership for complex production incidents, critical escalations, and enterprise-wide network challenges.
  • Architect and support secure hybrid-cloud connectivity solutions across Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and on-premises environments.
  • Design and optimize low-latency network solutions supporting business-critical applications, market connectivity, and high-performance trading environments.
  • Support enterprise Extranet and Market Data connectivity, including exchange connectivity, third-party provider integrations, and ultra-low-latency network designs.
  • Engineer and maintain Perimeter and Internet Edge infrastructure, including ISP connectivity, routing policy management, carrier diversity, and DDoS mitigation architectures.
  • Partner with service providers and security teams to enhance network resiliency through DDoS protection, traffic engineering, peering strategies, and edge security design.
  • Drive Infrastructure-as-Code and network automation initiatives using Python, Ansible, Terraform, APIs, GitHub, and CI/CD methodologies.
  • Develop engineering standards, reference architectures, and deployment frameworks to improve scalability, resiliency, and operational efficiency.
  • Lead security remediation, vulnerability management, and compliance-driven infrastructure enhancement initiatives.


What you'll bring to the role:
  • 12+ years of enterprise network engineering experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical environments.
  • Strong hands-on expertise with:
  • Arista 7800 Series
  • Cisco Nexus Platforms
  • Cisco 8800 Routing Platforms
  • Campus, Data Center, WAN, and Internet Edge networking
  • Deep experience with:
  • EVPN/VXLAN
  • Leaf-Spine Architectures
  • MPLS VPN
  • Segment Routing (SR-MPLS)
  • MPLS Traffic Engineering (SR-TE)
  • BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MP-BGP
  • Strong knowledge of Extranet, Perimeter, Internet Edge, ISP, Market Data, and low-latency networking architectures.
  • Experience designing and operating hybrid-cloud connectivity across Azure, Google Cloud Platform, ExpressRoute, Cloud Interconnect, and private WAN environments.
  • Advanced automation expertise with Python, Ansible, Terraform, GitHub, APIs, and Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks.
  • Proven success delivering large-scale upgrades, infrastructure transformations, security remediations, and network modernization programs.
  • Strong packet analysis and troubleshooting skills utilizing Wireshark, telemetry platforms, and advanced network analytics tools.
  • Deep understanding of network resiliency, high availability, disaster recovery, fault isolation, and scalable network architectures.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across engineering, security, cloud, application, and vendor organizations.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in financial services, market data, electronic trading, or other latency-sensitive environments.
  • Knowledge of DDoS mitigation platforms, ISP peering, traffic engineering, and carrier network architectures.
  • Experience with cloud-native networking, observability platforms, and emerging AI-driven network operations technologies.
  • Industry certifications such as CCNP/CCIE Enterprise, Arista ACE, Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer, or equivalent.


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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $155,000 and $215,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.

About Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley Investment Management are active managers of capital, working to outperform the market and deliver results for their clients. Morgan Stanley Investment Management's long-tenured professionals apply their experience and expertise across public and private markets, in single-sector, multi-asset and custom solutions.

Morgan Stanley Careers

Joining Morgan Stanley today means becoming part of a global team dedicated to strengthening communities, pioneering innovation, and fostering diversity. As a leading global financial services firm, Morgan Stanley offers unparalleled job opportunities, career growth, and a culture of leadership that together create an exceptional employment experience. Work You’ll Do At Morgan Stanley, you will collaborate with knowledgeable professionals to drive innovation and deliver solutions in financial services. Our team is composed of diverse, talented individuals who bring their unique skills and perspectives to work every day, setting the standard for leadership in the global market. Morgan Stanley is not just a company; it's a place where ambitious, creative, and skilled individuals can build a rewarding career. Here, you can experience the benefits of a vibrant culture dedicated to professional growth and diversity training. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with Morgan Stanley’s internship programs. These positions offer invaluable industry insights and professional experience to students and recent graduates. Interns at Morgan Stanley gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned experts in a dynamic, supportive environment. Innovation and Professional Growth We believe in the power of innovation to solve complex problems and encourage our team to think differently and act boldly. Morgan Stanley supports your career development through comprehensive training, development programs, and leadership workshops, ensuring that every employee has the tools they need to succeed. Join Our Team Explore the various job opportunities at Morgan Stanley, from entry-level positions to executive roles. We are hiring individuals who are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a team that values integrity, excellence, and a forward-thinking mindset. Enhance your skills through our networking events, mentorship opportunities, and ongoing professional development. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from Morgan Stanley Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your preferences to receive updates about new postings, career tips, and exclusive insights from our team leaders. Apply Now Ready to take the next step in your career? Search open positions that match your skills and interests on the Morgan Stanley Jobs portal. Prepare your resume, refine your interview techniques, and join a company that values innovation and leadership. At Morgan Stanley, we’re not just building careers—we’re developing leaders. Discover how far your talents can take you by joining our team today.
Learn more about Morgan Stanley
Size
77,000 employees
Market Cap
$144.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$10.9 billion
Founded
1935
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$52 billion
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