AWS Network Engineer

Nxt Labs Llc.; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,116,000 - 1,674,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Karachi is seeking a skilled AWS Networking Engineer. This role involves designing and implementing complex AWS network architectures, managing VPC environments, and automating network infrastructure using Terraform. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in networking and routing protocols, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues. Experience with AWS security controls and a background in multi-account environments is preferred. Join us to be part of a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in AWS Networking Architecture is a must.
• Experience with Terraform for AWS network automation is essential.
• In-depth knowledge of routing concepts and protocols such as BGP is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AWS network architectures including Hub-and-Spoke and Shared Services models.
• Configure and manage Amazon VPC environments and implement routing and security using AWS Transit Gateway.
• Automate AWS network infrastructure using Terraform modules and Infrastructure as Code best practices.

Skills

AWS Networking Architecture

Terraform for AWS network automation

Routing concepts and protocols (BGP, static routing)

Switching technologies (VLANs, STP, Layer 2/Layer 3)

Firewalls and AWS network security controls

TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, subnetting, and network segmentation

Education

AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement AWS network architectures, including Hub-and-Spoke, Shared Services, and Landing Zone models

• Design, configure, and manage Amazon VPC environments, including CIDR allocation, subnetting, route tables, and network segmentation

• Implement centralized routing and security using AWS Transit Gateway

• Configure and manage VPC Peering, VPC Endpoints (PrivateLink), Internet Gateways, and NAT Gateways

• Design and support hybrid connectivity solutions, including Site-to-Site VPN, Client VPN, and AWS Direct Connect

• Automate AWS network infrastructure using Terraform modules and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices

• Design, deploy, and manage firewall solutions, including AWS Network Firewall, Security Groups, and Network ACLs

• Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols such as BGP and static routing within AWS environments

• Manage and support switching technologies, including VLANs, trunking, and Layer 2/Layer 3 switching

• Troubleshoot complex network issues involving routing, switching, firewall policies, latency, and packet flow

• Implement and manage AWS load balancing solutions, including ALB, NLB, and Gateway Load Balancer (GWLB)

• Monitor and optimize network performance using VPC Flow Logs, CloudWatch, and other monitoring tools

• Maintain up-to-date network diagrams, architecture documentation, and Terraform repositories

• Architect and manage multi-account and multi-region AWS environments using AWS Organizations and Control Tower (good to have)

Technical Stack & Tools

• Strong expertise in AWS Networking Architecture (must have)

• Hands-on experience with Terraform for AWS network automation (must have)

• In-depth knowledge of routing concepts and protocols (BGP, static routing) (must have)

• Strong experience with switching technologies (VLANs, STP, Layer 2/Layer 3 switching)

• Solid experience with firewalls and AWS network security controls

• Deep understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, subnetting, and network segmentation

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty (good to have)

• Experience with AWS Landing Zone / Control Tower (good to have)

• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and defense-in-depth security models

• Familiarity with AWS networking and DevOps best practices (good to have)