Network Engineer

Jobtailor; Arizona; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Network Engineer to design, implement, and support network infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments. You will troubleshoot issues using telemetry data and established procedures, and develop automation scripts in Python to streamline provisioning and configuration tasks.

Familiarity with REST APIs, network automation tools like Ansible or Terraform, and infrastructure-as-code concepts is expected.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Network Engineering experience or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of routing, switching, TCP/IP, and network security.
• Exposure to scripting (Python or similar) for automation.
• Understanding of REST APIs or system integration concepts.
• Familiarity with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible or similar).
• Exposure to infrastructure-as-code concepts (e.g., Terraform or similar).
• Familiarity with cloud networking concepts.
• Foundational knowledge of Linux or system administration.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, cloud associate certifications).
• This role has no visa sponsorship or visa transfers.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, implementation, and support of network infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot network, system, and application issues using standard tools, telemetry data, and established procedures.
• Develop and maintain basic automation scripts using Python or similar languages for network provisioning, configuration, and operational tasks.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of automated network configuration and infrastructure-as-code solutions under guidance.
• Support integration and operation of routers, switches, firewalls, wireless, and cloud-based networking components.
• Follow established security, risk, and compliance requirements.
• Maintain documentation, procedures, and runbooks, and contribute to improving operational processes.
• Utilize approved automation and AI-assisted tools to improve troubleshooting, documentation, and routine operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.

Skills

Routing

Switching

TCP/IP

Network Security

REST APIs

Cloud Networking

Linux Administration

Troubleshooting

Automation Scripting

Configuration Management

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Monitoring Tools

AI-Assisted Tools

Job description

• Participate in the design, implementation, and support of network infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments
• Troubleshoot network, system, and application issues using standard tools, telemetry data, and established procedures
• Develop and maintain basic automation scripts using Python or similar languages for network provisioning, configuration, and operational tasks
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of automated network configuration and infrastructure-as-code solutions under guidance
• Support integration and operation of routers, switches, firewalls, wireless, and cloud-based networking components
• Follow established security, risk, and compliance requirements
• Maintain documentation, procedures, and runbooks, and contribute to improving operational processes
• Utilize approved automation and AI-assisted tools to improve troubleshooting, documentation, and routine operational efficiency
• Collaborate with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Requirements

• 2+ years of Network Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education
• Basic knowledge of networking fundamentals including routing, switching, TCP/IP, and network security
• Exposure to scripting or programming (Python or similar) for task automation
• Understanding of REST APIs or system integration concepts
• Familiarity with network operating systems, tools, and troubleshooting methods
• Exposure to cloud networking concepts or environments
• Experience with network automation or configuration tools (e.g., Ansible or similar)
• Exposure to infrastructure-as-code concepts (e.g., Terraform or similar tools)
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools
• Experience using AI-assisted or productivity tools to support operational workflows
• Foundational knowledge of Linux or system administration
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, cloud associate certifications)
• This role has no visa sponsorship or visa transfers

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in network engineering with a focus on automation, cloud environments, and infrastructure-as-code practices. Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining network systems while adhering to security and compliance standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Network Engineering Experience
• Python Scripting
• Network Automation Tools
• Infrastructure-as-Code Concepts
• Relevant Industry Certifications

Hard Skills

• Routing
• Switching
• TCP/IP
• Network Security
• REST APIs
• Cloud Networking
• Linux Administration
• Troubleshooting Methods
• Automation Scripting
• Configuration Management

Soft Skills

• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Documentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• CCNA
• Cloud Associate Certifications

Industry Keywords

• Network Infrastructure
• Operational Efficiency
• Security Compliance
• Telemetry Data
• Infrastructure Management

Tools & Technologies

• Ansible
• Terraform
• Monitoring Tools
• AI-Assisted Tools