Senior Network Engineer

Casey's; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite cafeteria

401k company match up to 6%

Onsite Child Development Center

Job summary

Casey’s IT Engineering team seeks a Senior Network Engineer to lead design, evolution, and reliability of enterprise network infrastructure spanning on‑prem, data center, and cloud environments. You will shape a large‑scale, highly available network supporting distributed operations and cloud transformation initiatives.

The role emphasizes Cisco Meraki/Nexus, BGP, Azure networking, and network automation. Onsite work near Ankeny, IA is required, with collaboration across security, cloud, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing and operating enterprise network environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki and Nexus platforms.
• Deep expertise in BGP and enterprise routing design.
• Experience with Azure networking and hybrid cloud connectivity.
• Solid foundation in TCP/IP, routing/switching, and network security.
• Experience supporting high-availability, mission-critical environments at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and evolution of enterprise network architecture across campus, data center, and cloud (Azure) environments using Cisco Meraki and Nexus platforms.
• Architect and optimize BGP routing strategies to ensure scalable, resilient connectivity across multi-site and hybrid cloud environments.
• Own and advance network automation and fabric management using NDFC, driving consistency, efficiency, and operational visibility.
• Design and implement secure, scalable Azure network solutions, including VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and Application Gateway.
• Engineer and optimize hybrid connectivity (ExpressRoute, site-to-site VPN) to deliver highly available and performant integration between on-prem and cloud.
• Diagnose and resolve complex, cross-domain network issues, leading root cause analysis and driving long-term improvements.
• Establish and enforce network standards, documentation, and best practices to improve reliability and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated, secure, and cost-effective solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, performance tuning, and adoption of modern networking practices.

Skills

Cisco Meraki

Nexus

BGP

Azure networking

TCP/IP

Network security

High availability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Terraform

Python

Azure

Job description

Join Casey's IT Engineering team as a Senior Network Engineer! In this role, you'll lead the design, evolution, and reliability of enterprise network infrastructure spanning on-premises, datacenter, and cloud environments. As a Senior Network Engineer, you'll play a critical role in shaping a large-scale, highly available network supporting distributed operations, mission-critical systems, and cloud transformation initiatives. Core technologies include Cisco Meraki, Cisco Nexus, NDFC (Network Data Fabric Controller), BGP, and hybrid cloud connectivity. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and thrives in complex, high-impact environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and evolution of enterprise network architecture across campus, data center, and cloud (Azure) environments using Cisco Meraki and Nexus platforms.
• Architect and optimize BGP routing strategies to ensure scalable, resilient connectivity across multi-site and hybrid cloud environments.
• Own and advance network automation and fabric management using NDFC, driving consistency, efficiency, and operational visibility.
• Design and implement secure, scalable Azure network solutions, including VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and Application Gateway.
• Engineer and optimize hybrid connectivity (ExpressRoute, site-to-site VPN) to deliver highly available and performant integration between on-prem and cloud. Diagnose and resolve complex, cross-domain network issues, leading root cause analysis and driving long-term improvements. Establish and enforce network standards, documentation, and best practices to improve reliability and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams to deliver integrated, secure, and cost-effective solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, performance tuning, and adoption of modern networking practices.

This role does not allow for 100% remote work. Qualified candidates must live within a daily commutable distance of Casey's Store Support Center in Ankeny, IA and be willing to work onsite 5 days per week.

Compensation

Starting pay range: $102,200 - $140,500. Actual pay may vary based on Casey's assessment of the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, and qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include local prevailing wages and internal equity. This position is eligible for an annual cash bonus based on company performance. Our full salary range for this role does extend beyond the hiring range listed, allowing team members the opportunity to continue to grow within the company.

What you can expect when you join the Casey's Team:

• A transformative culture putting service first and taking pride in caring for our guests, our communities, and each other.
• Opportunities to use cutting edge technologies and enterprise-wide collaboration to enable our strategy and drive world class service.
• We're here for families! Great benefits including choices in medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, charitable giving programs, parental leave and an onsite Child Development Center.
• Competitive pay, 401k company match up to 6%, vacation & sick time, paid holidays, volunteer time, and an onsite cafeteria.
• Dress for your day dress code, jeans are welcomed!
• The opportunity to work for a big company that has not lost our small company feel. Our senior leadership team is engaged, involved and accessible!

Requirements

• 5+ years designing and operating enterprise network environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki and Nexus platforms.
• Deep expertise in BGP and enterprise routing design.
• Experience with Azure networking and hybrid cloud connectivity.
• Solid foundation in TCP/IP, routing/switching, and network security.
• Experience supporting high-availability, mission-critical environments at scale.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent years work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP/CCIE or equivalent certifications.
• Azure AZ-700 or comparable cloud networking experience.
• Experience with SD-WAN, network automation (Terraform/Python), or infrastructure as code.

This position requires authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Casey's will not provide sponsorship or employer support for applications or petitions for F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, J-1, or any other employment-based visa.