Sr Network Engineer – Kent, WA, USA (On-site)

Full-Time

Any of the below Cities and States

Hiring Locations:  Medford, OR (Grants Pass, Ashland)   Klamath, OR  Eugene, OR (Springfield) Salem, OR (Keizer)  Portland, OR (Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, Wilsonville, Hillsboro, Vancouver Wa) Kent, WA (Renton, Auburn, Des Moines, Federal Way)  Bothell, WA (Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, Lynnwood)  Burlington, WA (Bellingham)

Job Summary

The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting scalable, secure, and standardized networking solutions across enterprise environments. This role combines technical leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on engineering to drive innovation in areas such as SD-WAN, cloud networking, and automation, while also mentoring junior staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent service delivery.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Technology Leadership: Stay current with emerging technologies including SD-WAN, network security, cloud networking (Azure/AWS), routing/switching, wireless, and automation.
• Strategic Recommendations: Evaluate trends and recommend strategic direction for networking services to ensure scalability, security, and partner alignment.
• Pre-Sales Support: Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical expertise, lead solution presentations, and assist in scoping engagements.
• Solution Development: Design and standardize modular, repeatable networking solutions including reference architectures and implementation frameworks.
• Operationalization: Work with engineering and service delivery teams to develop workflows, playbooks, and automation strategies for efficient deployment and support.
• Standardization and Templatization: Define and document networking activities and templates to ensure consistency across the organization.
• Team Development: Train and mentor junior engineers, fostering technical growth and leadership readiness
• Other Duties as Assigned

Skills and Abilities

Professional & Interpersonal Skills

• Strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service with empathy, professionalism, and urgency
• Ability to act with a sense of urgency while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective multitasking and time management in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Clear, concise, and professional communication—both written and verbal—with partners and internal teams
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams
• Skilled in preparing, organizing, and presenting technical and strategic information to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including after-hours and on-call rotations as needed

Technical & Project Delivery Skills

Advanced knowledge of designing, implementing and supporting enterprise networking technologies including:

• Routing and switching (Cisco, Aruba)
• SD-WAN and VPN architectures
• Network security (firewalls, ACLs, IDS/IPS)
• Wireless networking and cloud integration (Azure/AWS)
• Network automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Experience with tools like ConnectWise, Visio, and network monitoring platforms

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7 years in network engineering or architecture roles
• Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade networking solutions
• Experience in a managed services or consulting environment preferred
• Demonstrated success in leading technical teams and mentoring junior staff
• Ongoing commitment to professional development through certifications, training, and hands-on learning

Education / Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred
• Preferred certifications:

1. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Expert (CCIE), Architect (CCaR)
2. Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
3. Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is a plus

• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required; must maintain an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements Essential to Perform the Duties of the Job

• Frequently communicates with co-workers, customers, and vendors in person, on the telephone, and on the computer to provide assistance
• Frequently operates a motor vehicle while traveling to partner site
• Frequently exposed to outside elements when traveling to partner site
• Frequently sits and/or stands for long periods of time
• Frequently uses the computer with fingers and hands for documentation, research, and troubleshooting
• Frequently works in a well-lit, tempered room
• Frequently views the computer to perform duties
• Frequently bends, stoops, kneels, or climbs when installing or moving computers, monitors, servers, etc.
• Occasionally lifts objects such as office supplies, computers, monitors, and servers with weight up to 50 pounds