Network Engineer - Morrisville, NC

Lenovo; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo is seeking a Network Engineer for our AI Infrastructure & Cloud Services Division at our Morrisville, NC site. The position involves designing network solutions, troubleshooting network issues, and optimizing performance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of network operations experience. Preferred qualifications include hands-on experience with network products from vendors like Cisco, as well as familiarity with automation technologies. This is a hybrid role, working onsite 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network operations.
• Strong understanding of network protocols such as TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF.
• Professional certifications like CCNP (or equivalent) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver network solutions for internal and external customers.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues for timely remediation.
• Develop documentation and support knowledge sharing across the network team.

Skills

Network operations

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Cisco

Arista

Aruba

Palo Alto

Fortinet

F5

Job description

Our AI Infrastructure & Cloud Services Technology and Services Division (TSD) is growing its presence at our second global HQ site in Morrisville, NC. We're looking for a Network Engineer with experience handling global network operations. This position is hybrid at our Morrisville site 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver network solutions and services for both internal and external customers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, ensuring timely and effective remediation.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of business processes to identify opportunities for optimization and automation.
• Take new advantage to network support, especially AI technology.
• Continuously optimize network performance to ensure stability, reliability, scalability, and security.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, and actively support knowledge sharing across the network team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in network operations

Preferred Requirements

• More than 5 years of experience in network operations, with a strong background in maintaining and supporting large-scale network infrastructures. Experience with multinational projects is preferred.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, Wireless) and network devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers).
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving abilities.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to take ownership of tasks and provide support beyond defined boundaries when needed.
• Hands‑on experience with network products from Cisco, Arista, Aruba, Palo Alto, Fortinet, and F5.
• Holder of one or more professional certifications such as CCNP (or equivalent).
• Extensive experience in designing and managing large-scale wireless campus networks.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with automation technologies and the ability to collaborate efficiently with development teams.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with experience working across global teams.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations

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