Network Engineer

Emergent Technologies Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Emergent Technologies Inc. in Herndon, VA is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment and support of complex network infrastructures on-site.

This role requires strategic vision and hands-on expertise to deliver high-availability networks for government and enterprise clients. The ideal candidate has 11+ years of experience, deep routing and switching knowledge, cloud networking, and network automation.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to junior engineers
• Author clear designs, implementation plans, and technical documentation
• Present network designs and recommendations to review boards and senior stakeholders

Skills

Network design

Routing protocols

Switching protocols

Network automation

Cloud networking

SD-WAN

MPLS

Technical leadership

Documentation

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/EE/IT

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