Senior Network Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Sr. Network Engineer

Location: Dallas, TX

Job Type: Full-Time / Onsite

Experience Level: 8+ Years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly experienced and self-driven Senior Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco Routing & Switching (Enterprise and Data Center), SD-WAN technologies (including Meraki), Cisco Wireless, DNAC, ACI, and Infoblox. The ideal candidate should also have exposure to BIG-IP F5 and VMware NSX AVI. This role demands hands-on experience in end-to-end project implementation and the ability to independently manage and resolve P1/P2 bridge calls without additional engineering support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support enterprise and data center network infrastructure using Cisco R&S technologies.
• Lead and execute end-to-end network project implementations, including planning, deployment, testing, and documentation.
• Deploy and manage SD-WAN solutions, including Cisco Meraki.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) and access points.
• Operate and optimize Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) for network automation and assurance.
• Manage and maintain Cisco ACI fabric in data center environments.
• Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) solutions.
• Provide support and configuration for BIG-IP F5 load balancers and NSX AVI ().
• Independently handle P1/P2 bridge calls, driving resolution and root cause analysis without reliance on other engineers.
• Collaborate with cloud teams to integrate networking with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in Cisco Routing & Switching (Enterprise & DC).
• Hands-on expertise in Cisco SD-WAN, Meraki, and cloud networking.
• Proficiency in Cisco Wireless technologies and DNAC.
• Solid understanding of Cisco ACI architecture and operations.
• Experience with Infoblox DDI solutions.
• Proven ability to lead and execute network projects independently.
• Demonstrated experience in resolving P1/P2 incidents end-to-end.
• Good to have: Experience with BIG-IP F5 and NSX AVI.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.

Certifications: (Should have one certification at least)

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• Cisco Meraki Certification
• Cisco ACI Specialist
• Infoblox Certified Admin
• F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator
• VMware NSX Certification

Disclaimer

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Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.