SR Network Engineer

Tittle : SENIOR Network Engineer

FULLTIME

Location : Ankeny, IA

Must Be Citizen or Green Card

The Senior Network Engineer will play a critical role in shaping a large-scale, highly available network that supports distributed operations, mission-critical systems, and ongoing cloud transformation initiatives

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Core technologies include Cisco Meraki, Cisco Nexus, NDFC (Network Data Fabric Controller), BGP, and hybrid cloud connectivity. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and thrives in complex, high-impact environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and evolution of enterprise network architecture across campus,

datacenter, and cloud (Azure) environments utilizing Cisco Meraki and Cisco Nexus

platforms.

• Architect and optimize BGP routing strategies to ensure scalable, resilient

connectivity across multi-site and hybrid cloud environments.• Own and advance network automation and fabric management through NDFC, driving consistency, efficiency, and operational visibility.

• Design and implement secure, scalable Azure networking solutions, including:

• Virtual Networks (VNets)

• Network Security Groups (NSGs)

• Azure Firewall

• Application Gateway

• Engineer and optimize hybrid connectivity solutions, including ExpressRoute and

site-to-site VPNs, to provide highly available integration between on-premises and cloud

environments.

• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues across multiple technology domains, conduct root cause analysis, and implement long-term improvements.

• Establish and enforce network standards, documentation, and best practices to improve reliability and operational excellence.

• Collaborate with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated, secure, and cost-effective solutions.

• Drive continuous improvement through automation, performance optimization, and adoption of modern networking practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.

• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise network environments.

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki and Cisco Nexus platforms.

• Deep expertise in BGP routing and enterprise network design.

• Experience with Azure networking services and hybrid cloud connectivity.

• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network security principles.

• Experience supporting high-availability, mission-critical network environments.

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex end-to-end network issues.• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across technical teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent networking certifications.

• Azure AZ-700 certification or comparable Azure networking

experience.• Experience with:

• SD-WAN• Network Automation• Terraform• Python• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)