Sr. Network Engineer
Hybrid in Charlotte, NC, US • Posted 2 days ago • Updated 2 days ago

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Skills
- BGP
- OSPF
- CCIE
- JNCIE
Summary
Location: Hybrid (preferred) 1 2 days/week onsite candidates ideally within 1 hour of Charlotte, NC
Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
Overtime possible. Some flexibility may be required to support global teams.
Assignment Duration: Anticipated 12-month assignment with possibility of extension based on demand.
Security Requirement: DOD / ITAR Facility Candidates must be ITAR-compliant and U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals.
Travel Requirement:
Potential travel up to 30%, including possible international travel. Travel may be higher during critical project phases.
Scope of Position
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Network Tech Lead to support our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced network solutions while providing technical leadership and mentorship. This position requires deep expertise in enterprise networking technologies, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to operational excellence.
As the Network Tech Lead, you will lead key initiatives, act as a subject matter expert across diverse networking platforms, and guide team members in delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing network solutions. Experience supporting OT manufacturing environments is a strong plus.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership for network engineering initiatives.
Champion best practices and guide teams in delivering resilient, secure, and scalable network solutions.
Network Architecture & Deployment
Design and implement advanced network architectures including SD-WAN, EVPN-VXLAN, and complex routing/switching environments.
Work extensively with Cisco and Arista platforms.
Routing & Switching
Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize enterprise routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
Ensure high availability and performance across network infrastructure.
Wireless Networking
Architect and manage enterprise wireless networks with a strong focus on MIST-based solutions.
Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and user experience.
Network Automation
Develop and maintain automation workflows using Ansible, Terraform, and APIs.
Drive Infrastructure-as-Code practices to improve scalability and operational efficiency.
Collaboration & Mentorship
Partner with cross-functional teams to align network strategy with business objectives.
Mentor junior engineers and foster continuous learning.
Documentation & Compliance
Create and maintain network design documentation, configurations, and SOPs.
Ensure adherence to internal standards and industry best practices.
Technology Evaluation
Evaluate emerging technologies and vendors to enhance performance, automation, and security.
Operational Support
Participate in on-call rotations to support network reliability and uptime.
Education & Experience
Bachelor s degree in Information Technology (minimum)
8+ years of IT experience, including 2 3 years in a senior or technical leadership role
Advanced certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent strongly preferred
Arista and MIST certifications are a strong plus
Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)
Strong interpersonal and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Proven experience leading technical initiatives in global environments
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced settings
Deep knowledge of enterprise networking (LAN, SD-WAN)
Advanced expertise in BGP, OSPF, and switching technologies
Hands-on experience with EVPN-VXLAN
Extensive experience with Cisco and Arista platforms
Strong wireless networking design and management expertise
Advanced automation skills using Ansible, Python, and REST APIs
Proficiency with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Desired Skills
Hands-on experience with MIST wireless design, deployment, and optimization
Experience with cloud and hybrid networking (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Advanced Arista experience in data center and campus environments
Manufacturing or OT network environment experience preferred
Financial and vendor management experience is a plus
- Dice Id: 90769432
- Position Id: 8864265
- Posted 2 days ago
Company Info
We take immense pride in consistently being recognized as one of the fastest-growing staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). As a consistent Inc. 5000 award winner and a Top Workplace in the markets we serve, we remain dedicated to delivering high-impact talent solutions while fostering meaningful connections with our clients, candidates, and communities.
Our team delivers tailored talent solutions designed to meet the unique needs of our partners in the areas of IT/Engineering, Accounting/Finance, Professional Services and Construction.
We offer a range of talent and resource solutions including contract staffing, project solutions, consulting services, permanent placement, SOW, payrolling and executive search. We are headquartered in Western NY and expanding nationally with offices along the East Coast.
Our mission: Create Value. Build Partnerships. Accelerate Growth. Inspire Change.
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