L3 Network Engineer (CCIE Certified) | Flint International | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Tech Junction Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 334,800 - 613,800; Full time

Job summary

Flint International in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks an experienced L3 Network Engineer (CCIE) to design and support complex enterprise and hybrid cloud networking. You will lead architecture, automation, and security across data centers and multi-cloud environments.

The role demands hands-on Cisco expertise, presales input, disaster recovery planning, and ongoing optimization. 8+ years of experience and CCIE mandatory. Onsite, full-time, competitive package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• 8+ years of hands-on enterprise network engineering experience.
• CCIE certification is mandatory.
• Strong TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN knowledge required.
• Experience with data center and spine-leaf architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable enterprise network architectures.
• Lead network deployments across LAN/WAN/WLAN/SD-WAN and hybrid cloud.
• Serve as highest escalation point for critical incidents.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
• Support presales by delivering architectural designs and ROI analyses.
• Create and maintain network diagrams and documentation.

Skills

CCIE Certification

Enterprise Networking

TCP/IP Expertise

LAN/WAN/WLAN

SD-WAN

Automation Scripting

Cloud Networking

Network Security

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / IT / Networking

Tools

Cisco Routers/Switches

Cisco ACI

Network Automation (Python/Ansible)

Cloud Networking (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Job Title: L3 Network Engineer (CCIE Certified) | Flint International | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Recruiting Company: Flint International

Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Experience Required: 8+ Years

Certification Requirement: CCIE (Mandatory)

Position Summary

Flint International is seeking a highly experienced L3 Network Engineer to lead the design, implementation, optimization, and support of complex enterprise and hybrid cloud networking environments. This senior-level role is ideal for a network specialist with deep expertise in architecture, automation, cloud networking, and advanced troubleshooting who can serve as the highest technical escalation point across critical infrastructure projects.

Detailed Job Description

As an L3 Network Engineer, you will be responsible for architecting and supporting large-scale enterprise networking solutions across LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, data center, and cloud environments. You will work closely with business stakeholders, project teams, vendors, and customers to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing network solutions that align with organizational objectives. The role requires strong hands-on expertise with Cisco technologies, cloud networking platforms, automation frameworks, and network security principles. In addition to technical leadership, you will contribute to presales activities, network assessments, disaster recovery planning, and strategic infrastructure initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned networking professional looking to work on enterprise-scale projects within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable enterprise network architectures.
• Design, deploy, and manage LAN, WAN, WLAN, SD-WAN, and hybrid cloud networking solutions.
• Act as the highest level technical escalation point for critical network incidents.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and service restoration activities.
• Support presales engagements by developing technical solutions, architecture designs, and ROI assessments.
• Conduct network audits, assessments, and infrastructure optimization reviews.
• Lead large-scale network deployment, migration, and transformation projects.
• Manage relationships with network vendors, service providers, and technology partners.
• Automate network operations and provisioning processes using scripting and automation tools.
• Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Monitor network performance and implement enhancements to maximize efficiency and reliability.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, and change management records.
• Collaborate with security, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure seamless service delivery.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering and infrastructure operations.
• CCIE Certification (Mandatory).
• Advanced expertise in TCP/IP networking and enterprise communication protocols.
• Strong knowledge of DNS, DHCP, VPN, Routing, and Switching technologies.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco Routers, Switches, Wireless Networks, and Cisco ACI.
• Proven experience designing and managing data center and spine-leaf network architectures.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud networking environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience supporting mission-critical enterprise networking environments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead technical teams and manage multiple concurrent projects.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with SD-WAN deployment and optimization.
• Hands-on knowledge of Python, Ansible, or other network automation frameworks.
• Experience with Network Access Control (NAC) solutions.
• Strong understanding of enterprise network security architectures and access control frameworks.
• Experience with cloud-native networking and multi-cloud connectivity solutions.
• Knowledge of performance tuning, capacity planning, and advanced network monitoring tools.
• Experience supporting digital transformation or large-scale infrastructure modernization initiatives.

Recruitment Pro Tip

For senior network engineering positions, recruiters and hiring managers place significant value on real-world architecture leadership. Highlight enterprise networks you have designed, cloud integrations delivered, automation projects implemented, major outages resolved, and measurable outcomes such as improved uptime, reduced operational costs, enhanced security posture, or increased network performance. Quantifiable achievements combined with a valid CCIE certification will significantly strengthen your profile.