Network Engineer

Emergent Technologies Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A veteran-owned technology solutions provider in Herndon, VA, seeks a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design and support of complex network infrastructures. The ideal candidate will possess over 11 years of experience in network design and deployment, and an advanced understanding of network architecture. This on-site role offers the opportunity to work on government and enterprise client projects, ensuring high-availability and impactful networking solutions. Competitive compensation and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in network design and deployment.
• Strong track record of delivering high-availability networking solutions.
• Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and deployment of complex network infrastructures.
• Support government and enterprise clients with impactful projects.
• Author comprehensive designs and technical documentation.

Skills

Network architecture design

Routing and switching protocols

Network automation

Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Software-defined networking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Location: On-Site | Herndon, VA Company: Emergent Technologies Inc. POS-059

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