IT -Staff Network Engineer

Senior, hands-on Network Engineer/Architect

to design, deploy, and operate Cadence’s global enterprise network across data

centers, campus environments, and WAN. This role ensures secure and highly

available connectivity, and leads delivery of high-impact initiatives with

measurable outcomes. The ideal candidate has a results-driven mindset, deep

operational rigor, and a proven track record of executing complex network

programs end-to-end.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and deliver scalable, resilient Data Center, Campus Network solutions

using Cisco, Arista, HPE, and Aruba platforms.

· Support WAN operations such as internet edge, and SD-WAN

integrations with consistent routing and security posture.

· Lead complex troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and implement

preventive changes to prevent incidents and unscheduled outages.

· Partner with various teams such as Data Center, Storage,

Virtualization, Windows, Unix, Cloud Ops, and Security to provide technical

direction and deliver cross-domain programs

· Establish and maintain network documentation, diagrams, standards,

and runbooks; ensure designs are supportable and operationally ready.

· Operationalize delivered solutions for Day 2 operations, including

monitoring/alerting, capacity planning, lifecycle management, and

change/release processes.

· Provide clear, timely status, risks, and tradeoffs to stakeholders;

manage deliverables, timelines, and dependencies across multiple initiatives.

Required Skills:

· 12+ years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and operating

enterprise networks using Cisco/Arista and Aruba (wired/wireless) platforms.

· Expert-level routing and switching knowledge (BGP, OSPF,

EVPN/VXLAN), high availability (MLAG/vPC, LACP), and data center networking

design patterns.

· Strong background in network security fundamentals (segmentation,

ACLs, firewall integrations, secure remote access) and partnering with Security

teams on controls and audits.

· Hands-on experience with NAC/AAA solutions including Cisco ISE

and/or Aruba ClearPass.

· Experience with SD-WAN design/operations and hybrid connectivity

patterns is a strong plus.

· Experience supporting Cisco VPN, Aruba ClearPass, F5 Load Balancer is

a plus.

· Experience with network automation and observability (e.g.,

scripting, templating, telemetry, monitoring/alerting) to improve reliability

and reduce MTTR.

· Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with disciplined

incident, change, and risk management practices.

· Strong communication skills, able to translate technical details

into executive-ready updates, options, and recommendations.

· Thrives in dynamic environments with the ability to prioritize,

manage ambiguity, and drive outcomes across competing business needs.

Qualification:

· 12–15 years of experience in enterprise network architecture,

design, deployment, and operations (data center, campus, WAN and hybrid cloud).

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related

field.

· Cisco certification required (CCNP preferred; CCIE a strong plus).