Senior Network Engineer

Purdue University Institute of CHIPS and AI; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 82,560 - 87,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off package

Job summary

Purdue University Institute of CHIPS and AI is looking for a senior-level network engineer responsible for architecting, testing, supporting, and maintaining the University’s networks and security devices. The incumbent will lead design and implementation, provide documentation, and mentor junior staff.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree, four years of experience in network engineering, and relevant certifications. A substantial benefits package is included.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience in network engineering and deploying solutions for LAN, WAN, and Wireless networks.
• Deep understanding of project management including planning and documentation.
• Knowledge of Cisco networking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead network design and implementation for campus network infrastructure.
• Provide documentation for projects and processes.
• Coach less experienced network administrators and engineers.

Skills

In-depth technical knowledge of networking technologies

CCNP/CCDP certification

Understanding of network routing protocols

Project management skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in telecommunications, networking, engineering, IT, or a related field

Job description

Job Summary

This senior level network engineer is a seasoned professional contributor under limited supervision who is responsible for architecting, testing, supporting, and maintaining the University’s WAN, LAN, Wireless networks, and security devices. The incumbent will lead network design and implementation for one or more areas of the campus network infrastructure, provide documentation for projects and processes, and coach less experienced network administrators and engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead network design and implementation for one or more areas of the campus network infrastructure (e.g., Routing, Optical networks, Data Centers, Access Networking, Wireless, Firewalls, VPN Services, DNS, DHCP, Authentication, Monitoring, etc.)
• Provide documentation for projects and processes.
• Coach less experienced network administrators and engineers.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in telecommunications, networking, engineering, IT, or a related field
• Four (4) years of experience in network engineering, architecture design, supporting and deploying solutions for infrastructures including LAN, WAN, and Wireless networks
• US Citizen
• Valid driver’s license

Skills Required

• In-depth technical knowledge of Cisco and other vendors’ networking technologies, network standards and best practices, and network security and controls
• CCNP/CCDP certification or equivalent knowledge
• Deep understanding of network routing protocols and their applications and characteristic behaviors such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and STP
• Practical knowledge of project management, including planning, collaboration, and documentation
• Verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• Certification or knowledge of other vendors’ product suites, as well as other routing, switching and wireless products.
• Strong understanding of Wireless configuration and management
• AI experience
• Cloud experience
• DevOps experience (Unix Shell Scripting, Python, Ansible, and other automation tools)

Additional Information

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

• Professional 3
• Pay Band S075
• Job Code #20003622

The anticipated annual salary for this position is between $82,560 to $87,720, commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The final salary offer will be determined based on a variety of factors, including equity, available budget, educational background, and relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.