Lead Network Engineer

Elevait Solutions; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an IT Network Engineer III (Network Tech Lead) in Charlotte, NC. In this hybrid role, you will design, deploy, and optimize advanced network infrastructures, focusing on technical leadership and mentoring. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with SD-WAN, BGP, and network automation tools like Ansible and Terraform. You will be involved in delivering secure and scalable networks and might require up to 30% travel, including international assignments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and architectures.
• Experience in mentoring junior engineers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical direction for network projects and operations.
• Architect and implement advanced network solutions.
• Develop network automation workflows.

Skills

Technical leadership

SD-WAN

BGP

OSPF

Network automation

Python

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

MIST

Arista

Cisco

Job description

Location: Charlotte, NC/Corning, NY (Hybrid 1-2 days onsite per week)

Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Job Summary

As an IT Network Engineer III (Network Tech Lead), you will drive the design, deployment, and optimization of advanced network infrastructures in a hybrid work environment. Your expertise will shape next-generation network solutions for a global enterprise, with a focus on technical leadership, innovative problem-solving, and mentoring team members. You will play a key role in delivering high-performance, secure, and scalable networks across multiple sites, including potential international assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and provide technical direction for network engineering projects and operations.
• Architect, implement, and optimize SD-WAN, EVPN-VXLAN, and enterprise routing/switching (Arista, Cisco).
• Configure, troubleshoot and optimize BGP, OSPF, and advanced switching solutions.
• Design and manage wireless networks, with emphasis on MIST-based solutions.
• Develop network automation workflows using Ansible, Terraform, Python, and RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation and ensure adherence to industry standards.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive network innovation and security.
• Participate in on-call rotation for network support.
• Support travel requirements (up to 30%, including possible international travel).