[Remote] Senior Network Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global healthcare organization that uses technology to improve health outcomes and connect people with care, pharmacy benefits, and data. The Senior Network Engineer will lead the design, implementation, and operational integration of legacy network environments, particularly during mergers and acquisitions, while using automation and AI tools to improve workflows, maintain security, troubleshoot infrastructure, and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement
• Evaluate emerging trends to inform solution design and strategic innovation
• Lead the design and implementation of network infrastructure for legacy environment integration
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and minimal business disruption
• Maintain and troubleshoot legacy network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and wireless system
• Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical infrastructure and participate in incident response
• Enforce consistent network standards and ensure compliance with security policies
• Support vulnerability management and lifecycle planning for legacy platforms
• Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures
• Assist in cost estimation and budgeting for technology refreshes and migrations
• Act as a functional subject matter expert (SME) and mentor to junior engineers
• Communicate technical requirements and solutions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Skills

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on M&A integration
• 5+ years of experience with Routing & Switching protocols (like, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP)
• 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise wireless networks (Wi-Fi, WLAN)
• 3+ years of experience with network security technologies including firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto), VPNs, and IDS/IPS
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical field (or 4+ years of equivalent network engineering experience)
• Experience with network automation and scripting using Python or Ansible
• CCNP certification or equivalent practical network engineering experience
• Experience with cloud and virtualization technologies (SD-WAN, AWS, Azure)
• Experience using network monitoring and management tools (SolarWinds, Cisco DNAC, Panorama)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution
• Remote work with the flexibility to telecommute from anywhere within the U.S.
• Career development opportunities

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