Network Engineer

Emergent Technologies Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergent Technologies Inc. in Herndon, VA is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment and operation of large-scale infrastructures for government and enterprise clients on-site in Herndon.

The role combines hands-on expertise with strategic leadership to guide projects and teams. The ideal candidate has 11+ years of relevant experience in network design, deployment and operations, with deep routing, switching, cloud networking and SD-WAN knowledge, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in network design, deployment, and operations.
• Strong track record of delivering complex, high-availability networking solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, deployment and support of complex network infrastructures.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers.
• Draft designs, implementation plans and technical documentation for reviews.

Skills

Network design

Routing protocols

Switching protocols

Network automation

Cloud networking

SD-WAN

MPLS networks

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Location: On-Site | Herndon, VA
Company: Emergent Technologies Inc.
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Are you a seasoned network professional passionate about designing and running large-scale, next-generation infrastructures? Emergent Technologies Inc., a veteran-owned technology solutions provider based in Herndon, VA, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and support of complex network infrastructures. This on-site position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects supporting government and enterprise clients. We’re searching for a Network Engineering leader-with both hands-on chops and strategic vision to join our team in Herndon, VA.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (preferred)

• Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in network design, deployment, and operations

• Strong track record of delivering complex, high-availability networking solutions

Core Technical Competencies

• Expert understanding of network architecture, design, and implementation
  

• Deep experience with routing (EIGRP, BGP, ISIS) and switching protocols (STP, LACP, VTP)

• Hands-on with network automation (e.g. scripting, orchestration, APIs)

• Proven experience in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Working knowledge of software-defined networking (SD-WAN) technologies

• Experience deploying and operating MPLS networks

• Ability to rapidly learn and master new technologies and paradigms

Leadership, Communication & Documentation

• Ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers

• Skilled in authoring clear, comprehensive designs, implementation plans, and technical documentation

• Confident in presenting network designs and recommendations to review boards and senior stakeholders

Personal Traits & Learning Aptitude

• Self-driven, independent learner who thrives when mastering complex technical challenges through self-study and experimentation

• Excellent communicator who can bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders

What Will Set You Apart (Preferred Skills)

• Exceptional depth in network architecture and design for large-scale or multi-domain environments

• Demonstrated success in diagnosing, resolving, and preventing complex network issues

• Experience with enterprise or government-scale network deployments

• Open, curious mindset with a willingness to embrace new technologies

Why Join Emergent?

• Be part of a high-impact, mission-driven team delivering critical infrastructure to government and enterprise clients

• Opportunity to influence architecture, strategy, and technical direction

• Work alongside skilled peers in a culture that values continuous learning and technical excellence

• Competitive compensation and benefits