Principal Engineer - Enterprise Networking

Compunetinc; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Job summary

CompuNet is seeking an Enterprise Networking Senior Solutions Engineer in Boise, Idaho. You will play a key role in delivering reliable and scalable network solutions for clients by designing and implementing networks, troubleshooting issues, and documenting project details.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in LAN/WAN design, strong knowledge of Cisco solutions, and relevant technical certifications. CompuNet offers competitive compensation, including benefits and profit sharing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN networks.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Cisco networking solutions.
• CCNP or CCIE Route/Switch certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver best-practice network designs and implementations.
• Perform analysis and fault isolation of client network issues.
• Prepare project proposals including Bill of Materials and Statements of Work.

Skills

Cisco networking solutions

LAN/WAN network design

Documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Client-facing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering

Tools

Cisco IOS

Nexus switches

SD-WAN

Job description

Why join CompuNet?

CompuNet values its people more than any other asset and strives to care for each other, do the right thing, and help our customers succeed. We build lasting relationships and are proud that our customers across many industries see us as a trusted advisor.

What You’ll do

Our engineers are the foundation of success for our customers and our business. As an Enterprise Networking Senior Solutions Engineer in Boise, Idaho, you will perform the following responsibilities:

• Deliver best‑practice network designs and implementations that produce reliable, available, and scalable network solutions
• Perform analysis, diagnosis, and fault isolation of existing client network issues
• Prepare project proposals including Bill of Materials, Engineering Professional Services Estimate, and Statement of Work
• Prepare and deliver postimplementation documentation to clients
• Maintain and develop relationships with clients
• Serve as a hands‑on post‑sales engineer implementing and supporting networking projects
• Physically install equipment including routers, switches, and other network infrastructure as needed
• Perform upgrades on customer equipment
• Anticipate IT industry trends and future directions, understand client business objectives, and incorporate this information into proposed architectural solutions to fit future needs and initiatives
• Discover, audit, and document client infrastructures
• Provide technical thought leadership while interacting closely with clients
• Maintain and increase technical certifications based upon certification requirement changes and business market requirements

Who you are

You’re a strong team player that is invested in helping your customers succeed and contributing to a great company culture. The following knowledge, skills, abilities, and education are required:

• 7+ years designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN networks
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of Cisco networking solutions, including LAN, WAN, switching (L2 & L3), routing (BGP, OSPF & EIGRP), data center, wireless, firewalling, VPN, QoS, and MPLS
• Proficiency in IOS, IOS‑XE, and NX‑OS
• Strong knowledge of routers, Catalyst/Nexus switches, wireless solutions, SD‑WAN, and next‑gen firewalls
• Experience in creating and defining new network architectures and explaining complex issues or situations
• Ability to explore new ideas and make innovative contributions to existing network processes or solutions
• Excellent documentation, presentation, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills
• CCNP or CCIE Route/Switch certification or equivalent experience
• Maintain technical certifications
• Experience troubleshooting complex network issues

Preferred knowledge and experience:

• Knowledge and experience with implementation and support of Cisco and Meraki networks
• Experience with other vendor networks such as Juniper, Mist, Aruba, or Arista
• Experience with Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE)
• Experience with SASE networking and cybersecurity implementations
• Experience with Cisco DNA/Catalyst Center
• Experience with VXLAN design and implementation
• Experience with Cisco and Palo Alto NGFW platforms
• Experience gathering customer requirements, whiteboarding/presenting solutions, developing a Bill of Materials, and preparing project Statements of Work
• CCIE Route/Switch or equivalent experience
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related field

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D insurance, Disability coverage, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Competitive salary; estimated base salary range $100,000–$150,000 per year; eligible for variable compensation such as commission, bonuses, and profit sharing

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.