Senior Network Engineer

Phillips and Cohen Associates Ltd

$100K — $130K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in network engineering and architecture
  • Expertise in enterprise and service provider network architectures
  • Proven track record in translating business requirements into network designs
  • Exceptional leadership and mentoring skills for engineering teams
  • Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE)

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-level Proof-of-Concept (PoC) and pilot projects for new network technologies
  • Conduct Network Architecture Audits for compliance and performance risks
  • Define and enforce Engineering Governance processes
  • Own the multi-year architectural roadmap for global network infrastructure
  • Act as key technical consultant to IT and business leadership

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with Monday to Friday hours
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge network technologies
  • Engagement with global IT strategy and governance
  • Professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Access to industry-recognized training and certification programs
Full Job Description
The Senior Network Engineer is the top-tier technical expert and architect for the Global IT Networking team. This role is responsible for the strategic vision, long-term roadmap, and overall engineering integrity of the entire global network.

Key Responsibilities

  • Implement & Configure: Lead and execute high-level Proof-of-Concept (PoC) and pilot projects for emerging network technologies (e.g., SASE, Intent-Based Networking), assessing their viability and fit into the global environment.
  • Monitor & Troubleshoot: Conduct continuous Network Architecture Audits for security, compliance, and long-term performance risks, proposing and championing major strategic network shifts.
  • Maintain: Define and enforce Engineering Governance-establishing standards, design documentation requirements, and technical sign-off procedures for all global network changes.
  • Design: Define and own the multi-year architectural roadmap for the entire global network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Voice), ensuring technical alignment with the enterprise business strategy.
  • Consultation: Serve as the key technical consultant to IT and business leadership, translating complex networking concepts into strategic business recommendations.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

  • Knowledge: Expert, holistic knowledge of enterprise and service provider network architectures. Deep understanding of future networking trends and their operational implications.
  • Skills: Exceptional ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into robust, scalable technical network designs. Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams through complex strategic projects.
  • Training/Certifications: Industry-recognized expert certifications (e.g., Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE, or equivalent).


Schedule

Monday- Friday 8:00 - 5:00 pm

Work Type: Hybrid

Location Requirement: Must reside in Delaware and be able to work onsite as needed.

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