Network Engineer II

In-N-Out Burger; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

In‑N‑Out Burger in Irvine, CA is seeking a Network Engineer II to design, implement, and manage the company’s enterprise network infrastructure onsite at our Irvine office.

You will lead and mentor engineers, manage WAN/LAN/WLAN, SD‑WAN deployments, and network security with firewalls. The role offers full-time in-office work with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Network Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering for enterprise infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of data center and access switches, wireless networks and SD-WAN.
• Extensive experience with network security, especially firewalls and app firewalls.
• Proven ability to lead, communicate, and mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, support, and optimize the company’s WAN, LAN, and WLAN across locations.
• Help implement SD-WAN solutions to enhance network performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced issues related to firewalls, routing, switching, and wireless systems.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical leadership.
• Develop training programs and share best practices to elevate network team.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or related field

Job description

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burgers!

We are seeking a highly motivated Network Engineer II based in our Irvine, CA* office. The Network Engineer II will serve as a member of the Network Engineering team, responsible for helping design, implement, and manage the company’s advanced network infrastructure. Your role will involve handling complex network challenges, implementing strategic initiatives, and mentoring junior engineers and administrators.

*This position is 100% in office and will be based in Irvine, CA.

General Responsibilities:

Enterprise Network Support and Optimization:

• Maintain, support, and optimize the company’s WAN, LAN, and WLAN across all locations.
• Help implement any SD-WAN solutions to enhance network performance and reliability.

Advanced Network Troubleshooting:

• Assist other teams with escalated network support requests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve advanced issues related to all aspects of the network infrastructure, including firewalls, routing, switching, and wireless systems.

Network Security:

• Assist with the management of firewalls and web application firewalls, ensuring the highest levels of network security and compliance.
• Work with Cyber security to implement security policies, conduct vulnerability assessments, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Mentorship and Team Development:

• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers, providing technical leadership and fostering professional growth within the team.
• Develop training programs and share best practices to elevate the overall technical competency of the network team.

Work Schedule + Benefits:

• Full-time, Salaried, Exempt
• Pay Range is $114,200 - $134,000 annualized salary.
• This represents the expected pay range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.
• Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
• Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA’s, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans and Pet Insurance

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on enterprise-level infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of data center and access switches, wireless networks, and SD-WAN technologies.
• Extensive experience with network security, particularly firewalls and application firewalls
• Proven ability to implement complex network projects and strategic initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring skills.

Work Location Details

In‑N‑Out Burger plans to bring its west coast headquarters team back together under one roof by the end of 2029. After maintaining two Southern California office locations for many years, the company will permanently close its Irvine office in 2029 and once again headquarter the company’s western territory solely in Baldwin Park, California, where the company was founded in 1948. Newly hired Associates in Irvine will be eligible to participate in the group move to Tennessee with relocation assistance or work from our western headquarters in Baldwin Park, CA, upon its opening in 2029. We are sharing this information early so candidates can make informed decisions while considering a career with In‑N‑Out Burger.

ABOUT In-N-Out Burgers

In‑N‑Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, Idaho, and Tennessee. In‑N‑Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948, and we have maintained a simple philosophy - serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made‑to‑order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates. In‑N‑Out