IT Tech Lead

World Fuel Services; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

World Kinect is seeking a Senior Network Software Engineer (IC) to drive automation, security, and scalability across our global network footprint. This role blends advanced software engineering with modern network operations.

As a senior engineer, you will lead large-scale projects, develop modern APIs using TypeScript and GraphQL, define coding standards, and mentor across levels. You will architect IaC with Terraform/Ansible, script in Python/Bash, and ensure security/compliance across

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network-centric software engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead, architect, and innovate large-scale network automation and software engineering projects.

Skills

Network automation

TypeScript

GraphQL

API development

Cloud networking

Network security

DevOps

Containerization

Python

Bash

YAML

CI/CD

Routing protocols (OSPF,BGP)

Wireshark

Terraform

Ansible

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Bash

YAML

CI/CD

Job description

Job Summary

World Kinect is transforming how global energy solutions are built, secured, and delivered. As part of our modernization journey, we’re seeking a Senior Network Software Engineer (IC) to drive automation, security, and scalability across our global network footprint. This highly impactful role blends advanced software engineering with modern network operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, architect, and innovate large‑scale network automation and software engineering projects.
• Develop modern APIs using TypeScript, GraphQL, and contemporary frameworks.
• Define coding standards, development methodologies, and engineering best practices.
• Drive engineering excellence and mentor engineers across levels.
• Partner with senior leaders to align network architecture with strategic business goals.
• Identify and adopt emerging technologies to modernize and future‑prove World Kinect’s network stack.
• Optimize and automate global network operations.
• Design and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Ansible.
• Develop automation scripts in Python and Bash to streamline network operations.
• Conduct regular network audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Enhance network stability and security.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize global network performance using advanced tooling.
• Utilize tools such as Wireshark, NetFlow, and cloud‑native monitoring solutions.
• Manage and configure routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS systems.
• Ensure adherence to network policies, security protocols, and compliance frameworks.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in network‑centric software engineering.
• Advanced proficiency with TypeScript, GraphQL, API development, and CI/CD.
• Strong background in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in network security, DevOps, and containerization.
• Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and enterprise‑scale routing.
• Hands‑on experience with firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection, and modern security models.
• Proficiency in Python, Bash, Ansible, YAML, and configuration as code methods.
• Proven experience leading cross‑functional engineering initiatives.
• Exceptional communication, analytical thinking, and strategic decision‑making.
• Ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive architectural direction.

What You’ll Learn & Gain

• Lead engineering efforts that support distributed network platforms across continents.
• Deepen expertise in cloud‑native network architectures.
• Work with emerging technologies in automation, network observability, and security.
• Gain exposure to enterprise strategies across a dynamic, global organization.

World Kinect is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.