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Senior Network Engineer/ Automation

Motion Recruitment
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

This is a full-time, remote position for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a high-performing team dedicated to maintaining and optimizing a global enterprise network. You'll work in a dynamic and innovative environment, leveraging advanced technologies to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of the company's network infrastructure.

If you're a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a strong drive to automate network operations and solve complex challenges, this role is an excellent fit. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate across teams, contribute to exciting projects, and play a key part in building and maintaining world-class network systems.

Required Skills & Experience

  • Minimum of 10 years in network engineering roles
  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Hands-on expertise with networking hardware (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols and layers (Dynamic / Static Routing, Layers 2-4)
  • Proficiency in Linux systems with Bash scripting and Python programming skills
  • Experience with network automation tools like Terraform, Ansible, and CI / CD pipelines
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and configure firewalls, routers, and related hardware
  • Familiarity with designing and managing cloud network environments in AWS or Azure
  • Knowledge of disaster recovery and business continuity processes

Preferred Skills & Certifications

  • Advanced certifications (e.g., CCNP, JNCIA / JNCIS, JNCIP, CCIE / JNCIE)
  • Strong Linux expertise, including tools like Nginx, HA Proxy, and TCPDump
  • Experience with network diagnostic and monitoring tools such as NMAP and IP utilities
  • Excellent communication skills and a commitment to detailed documentation
  • What You Will Be Doing

    Tech Breakdown

  • 50% Network Design and Optimization
  • 30% Operational Support and Troubleshooting
  • 20% Automation and Integration
  • Daily Responsibilities

  • 70% Hands-On Technical Work
  • 20% Collaboration with Team Members
  • 10% Documentation and Process Improvement
  • The Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Paid time off, including family and medical leave
  • Employer-matched 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
  • Opportunities for professional growth and certification reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonuses and cell phone reimbursement
  • Posted by : Grace Jackson

    Specialization : Network Engineering

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