Network Engineer

Overture Partners; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

401(k) from day one

Voluntary benefits including life insurance

Job summary

Overture Partners is looking for a highly experienced Network Engineer in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing large-scale enterprise network infrastructure with a focus on wireless networking. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree with over 10 years of experience in network engineering, strong troubleshooting skills, and expertise in routing and switching. This full-time position offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive benefits including medical, 401(k), and various voluntary benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering or related field.
• Proven experience with multi-site or campus-scale networks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols such as IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions across campus and data center environments.
• Drive high-availability network infrastructure.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Network Engineering

Wireless Networking

Routing and Switching

Network Automation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Firewalls

Load Balancers

Network Monitoring Tools

Job description

Due to client requirements, applicants must be able to work on a W2 basis.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of large-scale enterprise network infrastructure. This is a senior‑level role requiring deep technical expertise across campus and data center environments, with a strong emphasis on wireless networking. Candidates who demonstrate advanced problem‑solving skills and a track record of delivering resilient, scalable network solutions will be prioritized for interview consideration.

Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 10+ years in network engineering or related field
• Proven experience supporting large, multi‑site or campus‑scale network environments
• Strong background in multi‑data center architecture and enterprise network design
• Expertise in routing and switching, including modern enterprise platforms
• Hands‑on experience with large‑scale wireless environments (10,000+ access points)
• Experience with network automation, orchestration, or configuration management tools
• Deep understanding of network protocols (IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
• Ability to translate architectural goals into detailed technical implementations

What the Client Needs You to Do

• Drive the design and evolution of scalable, high‑availability network infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver complex networking initiatives
• Ensure network performance, resiliency, and security across distributed environments
• Provide technical leadership and communicate solutions clearly to diverse stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise network solutions across campus and data center environments
• Develop scalable architectures for routing, switching, and wireless networking services
• Lead technical planning efforts, including capacity modeling and resiliency strategies
• Install, configure, and migrate network infrastructure components such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
• Monitor network performance, analyze trends, and proactively address potential issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network incidents, including high‑impact outages
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation and design standards
• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate solutions and resolve advanced technical challenges
• Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution to ensure business continuity
• Provide guidance, training, and support to both technical and nontechnical stakeholders

Additional Information

• This is a full‑time position with a hybrid work arrangement
• Requires periodic on‑site presence based on business and operational needs
• Participation in an on‑call rotation is expected
• Reports into senior network engineering leadership
• The environment includes large‑scale campus infrastructure and multi‑data center operations

W2 employees of Overture Partners who work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), 401(k) starting on day one, a variety of voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, and sick time if required by law in the worked‑in state/locality.