Network Engineer

Vancity; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A member-owned credit union in Metro Vancouver is looking for a Network Engineer to provide technical expertise for system design and operation. You will ensure a stable, secure network infrastructure while being a part of a mission-driven organization focused on social justice. Competitive salary of $75,700 - $94,000 offered along with flexible benefits, generous vacation, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Living Wage Employer

Customizable Benefits

Generous Vacation

Extra Stat Holidays

Immediate Health Coverage

Defined Benefit Pension

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of experience in network engineering or infrastructure roles.
• Experience in core network infrastructure, switching, routing, and security.
• Basic knowledge of Windows infrastructure (DNS, AD, DHCP) and virtualization.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain foundational network platforms including WAN and security.
• Support day-to-day business needs with evolved network solutions.
• Provide second-level technical support to the IT Service Desk.

Skills

Network design and administration

Technical support

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

Cisco CCNP

Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)

Job description

Overview

About Vancity

Vancity is a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social justice. A relentless commitment to their values has helped them challenge the status quo and break down barriers since day one in 1946. They have bold commitments to make Vancity net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans and are pursuing strategies on Indigenous banking and to improve the financial resilience of their members.

Vancity is the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Employers in Canada. If you’re interested in joining their team of 2,700 diverse individuals and accessing competitive rewards and benefits, all while knowing you are part of a greater movement, then apply today!

Role and responsibilities

Your Role in Supporting Our Members

As a Network Engineer, you will provide technical expertise for system design, administration, operation, & configuration for Vancity’s infrastructure. You’ll optimize current technology, provide trend analysis, and manage technology lifecycle within the practicing area of Vancity’s networking platforms. You’ll ensure highly stable and secure network infrastructure to meet service level goals and build cross-functional relationships to develop & implement network solutions.

This is a permanent, full-time role that will enjoy hybrid working arrangements which can be fulfilled primarily from the Vancity head office location and your Lower Mainland based home office. Periodically, you’ll be required to attend in-person activities or events.

A typical day would involve:

• Designing, developing, documenting, and maintaining foundational network platforms, including WAN, campus networks, disaster recovery, contact center, cloud, security, and wireless environments
• Supporting day-to-day business needs while adapting network solutions to evolving security requirements and user expectations
• Providing second-level technical support to the IT Service Desk, ensuring service level goals and IT standards are consistently met
• Conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis for business and technology applications, recommending optimized, cost-effective, and secure network designs
• Managing and prioritizing a network work-order queue, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to deliver timely and effective solutions
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement through technical trend analysis, proactive problem identification, and lifecycle management
• Resolving IT work orders in accordance with established standards so business needs are met efficiently and reliably
• Participating in incident response calls and provide hands-on support during major system failures to restore operations efficiently

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to the team

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3+ years of progressive experience in network engineering or infrastructure roles, preferably within complex enterprise or financial services environments.
• Experience in core network infrastructure and related technology, Switching, Routing, Storage, Voice, Load Balancers and Cloud.
• Experience in security and related technology (VPN, Firewalls, best practices)
• Basic knowledge of windows infrastructure (DNS,AD,DHCP)
• Basic knowledge of virtualization
• Knowledge of physical infrastructure (such as device racking, cabling, data center best practices etc.)
• Successful completion of Cisco CCNP.
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) is preferred.
• Proficient with tools for network automation, configuration management, and documentation
• Familiarity with ITIL practices and structured problem-solving in high-availability environments.
• A valid driver’s license

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are

• A Strong Communicator - Great interpersonal skills and you are comfortable communicating with stakeholders in different levels of the organization. Demonstrate confidence and provide highly specialized technical expertise and advice.
• Attentive to Detail – Able to see and pay attention to details, such as the ability to recognize anomalies in configurations and data and correct an error while identifying the root cause to avoid further issues.
• Analytical & Decisive - with your strong problem solving and decision-making skills, you can diagnose challenges and issues; develop innovative investigative solutions; and to assess risks and opportunities that may affect the information security environment.
• Self-Motivated – you are a self-motivated and inquisitive individual that takes initiative to follow through and deliver results without continuous supervision.
• Innovative – Applies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems, or services.

We value lived experience, so if you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skills don’t perfectly align with those listed.

Compensation and benefits

What You’ll Earn

This role offers a salary range of $75,700 - $94,000. The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, previous experience, and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package, employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program, subject to program eligibility requirements.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Why You’ll Love Working Here

A career at Vancity is more than just a job, you’re joining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• Living Wage Employer: We’re the largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canada’s Top Employers.
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year, with additional days earned over time.
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BC’s 11 statutory holidays, we offer 2 extra days, plus care days for personal or family illness.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date, with three levels of coverage to choose from.
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life, recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.

Vancity Talent Programs

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous, Black, or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner, this initiative provides access to career development opportunities, prioritized job screening, and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative, in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details, please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

Open vacancy and accommodations

This role is an open vacancy, and our hiring process is grounded in fairness, transparency, and inclusion. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require any accommodations or support at any stage of the recruitment process (including the application stage), we encourage you to let us know by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]. We’re here to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality, so you can participate fully in the process.