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).