Senior Network Engineer

Jolera Inc; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Global Systems Integrator as a Senior Network Engineer, where you'll leverage your expertise in Cisco networking and SD-WAN to design and implement high-performance networks. This hybrid/remote role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Be part of a diverse team that values innovation and collaboration while delivering exceptional IT solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Hybrid/Remote opportunity

Qualifications

• Deep hands-on experience in Meraki SD-WAN, BGP, OSPF, and Cisco core networking.
• Experience in customer-facing delivery roles in a systems integrator or MSP context.

Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment and configuration of Cisco SD-WAN solutions for global customers.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and customer stakeholders to plan implementation timelines.
• Ensure best practices and standardized configurations are applied during every deployment.

Skills

Cisco Networking

SD-WAN

BGP

OSPF

Documentation

Education

CCNA

CCNP

Tools

Visio

Lucidchart

Ansible

Python

Job description

Be Part of Something Bigger. Be Part of Jolera.

Jolera is a trailblazing Global Systems Integrator (GSI) committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology. We empower our employees to explore new ideas and achieve success on a global scale. Ready to make an impact? Join our team today.

At Jolera, diversity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the foundation of our success. Our inclusive culture welcomes ideas from every background, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and valued.

Fueling Innovation
and Growth

Our innovative spirit is powered by the unique perspectives of our team. At Jolera, we believe that groundbreaking ideas are born when we embrace diverse viewpoints and collaborate openly.

Nurturing Leaders from Within

Our people are our greatest asset. We focus on developing leadership from within, ensuring our team is equipped to drive both personal and organizational success.

“I joined Jolera as a new graduate from Ryerson University seeking to gain experience in the IT industry. Working with Jolera solidified my business acumen and I consider this to be one of my best career choices. Every day is unique as I am surrounded by many different challenges and teams. I am grateful to be part of this rapidly growing company, Jolera!”

Mathusan Selvarasa

Senior Business Systems Analyst, Operations

“I started with Jolera with an internship about three years ago. It’s been an incredible journey and I’m grateful for Jolera for the opportunity to meet fantastic people who enable me to learn every day and grow professionally.”

“Joining from a small island in Sri Lanka to Canada, Jolera is an exciting new opportunity for me. As I grow, I started to realize how amazing all the IT opportunities exist here. The skills and knowledge of the people I work with at Jolera are outstanding. And, how we talk and treat each other makes Jolera a fabulous workplace. I encourage all of you out there; to join us.”

Senior Elastic Engineer, Cybersecurity

“Jolera fosters a collaborative and accessible work environment where teamwork thrives. The focus on career growth and long-term stability truly sets it apart. Plus, moments like our 2022 Christmas Dinner showcase the strong camaraderie that makes Jolera special.”

“Working at Jolera has been an exciting journey of growth and innovation. The collaborative and supportive environment empowers everyone to make a real impact. Leading the Azores office expansion was a proud moment, highlighting Jolera’s commitment to both its team and the community. I’m truly proud to be part of a company that values its people and fosters growth.”

“Trust and flexibility have defined my experience. The ability to work from home and the trust-based management style empower me to take ownership of my tasks. Starting my Canadian journey here and advancing from Tier 1 to Solutions Architect proves that dedication is truly recognized. This isn’t just a workplace—it’s a family.”

Elvin Rahamefy

Solutions Architect, Global Solutions

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Check out our current job openings below.

Jolera stands as a distinguished multinational Global Systems Integrator (GSI), a vanguard in delivering comprehensive and bespoke IT solutions to a diverse clientele, encompassing both direct customers and channel partners across the globe. We are driven by a commitment to excellence, leveraging a team of over 650 highly skilled professionals to design, implement, and manage technology systems that are not only effective and competitive but also scalable and value driven. Our comprehensive suite of services includes the creation of customized technology solutions tailored to specific business needs, in-depth IT assessments and strategic planning, meticulous IT device and infrastructure management, robust data backup and recovery solutions, seamless cloud and on-premises migrations, enterprise-grade security services, and round-the-clock, 24/7/365 quad-lingual end-user support. At Jolera, we believe in empowering organizations worldwide with innovative and reliable IT solutions, and we invite you to join us in this mission.

Who You Are

Jolera is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with deep hands-on experience in Meraki SD-WAN, BGP, OSPF, and Cisco core networking. This role is ideal for a senior technical professional who thrives in complex enterprise environments and has the expertise to lead network design, implementation, and optimization efforts across diverse infrastructure landscapes in Canada or the EU.

You will act as a senior technical resource and subject matter expert, working closely with internal teams and clients to architect, troubleshoot, and scale secure, high-performance networks.

What You’ll Do

- Lead the deployment and configuration of Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) solutions for global enterprise customers.

- Integrate Cisco SD-WAN with customer LAN/WAN architectures, ensuring compliance with performance and security requirements.

- Design and maintain detailed network diagrams and documentation for handover to internal and customer teams.

- Configure and implement BGP, OSPF, VRFs, and routing policies in diverse network environments.

- Collaborate with Project Managers and customer stakeholders to plan implementation timelines and ensure successful go-lives.

- Serve as the technical point of contact during project delivery—resolving issues, leading cutovers, and validating configurations.

- Participate in pre-implementation planning, including design validation and readiness assessments.

- Follow Jolera’s project and change management frameworks, ensuring consistent delivery across global accounts.

- Ensure best practices and standardized configurations are applied during every deployment

- Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to strategic network architecture planning.

Qualification

- A highly skilled Cisco networking professional with a deep focus on SD-WAN implementation.

- Project-driven, delivery-focused, and confident leading complex deployments independently.

- Comfortable working with international teams and navigating varied enterprise environments.

- Communicative, structured, and able to document work to a high standard.

- Adaptable to different customer environments and regulatory requirements.

- Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) – End-to-end deployment experience across edge routers, controllers, and centralized policy management.

- Routing Protocols – Strong BGP and OSPF hands-on configuration and troubleshooting experience.

- Cisco Infrastructure – Familiarity with Catalyst, ISR/ASR routers, and Nexus switches.

- Tools – Experience with diagramming (Visio, Lucidchart) and basic scripting or templating (Ansible, Python) a plus.

- Certifications – CCNP (preferred), CCNA (required). Cisco SD-WAN specialist certification highly valued.

- Professional Services – Experience in customer-facing delivery roles in a systems integrator or MSP context.

What We Offer

- Hybrid/Remote opportunity.

- A competitive salary and benefits package that appreciates your worth.

- Perks that make every day a bit more special.

- Opportunities for professional growth and development that will push your career to new heights.

Join Jolera and be part of a team that values creativity, drive, and a bit of quirkiness, all while delivering serious results. Let’s build the future of IT together, one successful project at a time.