Solutions Engineer/Senior Solutions Engineer - Enterprise Networking

Carlo Hefti AG; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values its employees and fosters a collaborative culture. As a Solutions Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise networking solutions that empower clients to achieve their business goals. This role requires a strong foundation in LAN/WAN technologies, particularly with Cisco systems. You will work closely with clients, providing technical expertise and innovative solutions while maintaining and enhancing relationships. If you are passionate about technology and customer success, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Matching

Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 3 to 5+ years of experience in enterprise network design and implementation.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Cisco networking solutions and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver best-practice network designs and implementations.
• Perform analysis and fault isolation of existing client network issues.

Skills

Enterprise LAN/WAN Networking

Cisco Networking Solutions

Network Design

Troubleshooting Network Issues

Documentation Skills

Communication Skills

Client-Facing Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Cisco IOS

Cisco NX-OS

Cisco DNA

Meraki Cloud Networking Products

Job description

Solutions Engineer/Senior Solutions Engineer - Enterprise Networking

Spokane, WA 99019

CompuNet values its people more than any other asset—and realizes the contributions made by each employee are a reflection of their education, experience, certifications, expertise and passions. We strive to take care of each other, do the right thing and help our customers succeed. We work to build lasting relationships and are proud that our customers across many industries see us as a trusted advisor. Putting the customer at the center of every engagement, our mission is to design, test, deploy and support the right IT solutions for every customer.

We offer a generous total compensation package for our employees, including competitive wages, medical, dental, vision, PTO, company-matching retirement plans, profit-sharing and more.

What You’ll do

Our engineers are the foundation of success for our customers and our business. We are seeking an Enterprise Networking Solutions Engineer or Senior Solutions Engineer to join our team in Spokane, WA, Tri-Cities, WA and/or Lewiston, ID. This role will perform the following responsibilities:

• Deliver best-practice network designs and implementations producing 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 post implementation 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. You have the following knowledge, skills, abilities and/or education:

• 3 to 5+ years designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise LAN/WAN networks
• Strong hands-on knowledge of the following Cisco networking solutions including LAN, WAN, switching (L2 & L3), routing (BGP, OSPF & EIGRP), data center, wireless, firewalling, VPN, QoS, & MPLS
• Proficient 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/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 skills and client-facing skills
• CCNA Route/Switch with equivalent experience, CCNP, or CCDP
• Maintain technical certifications
• Experience troubleshooting network issues

Our ideal candidate will also have the following preferred knowledge and experience:

• Knowledge and experience with implementation and support of the following:
• Cisco and Meraki wireless networks. Knowledge of other vendor wireless networks, such as Mist, Aruba, or Arista
• Demonstrate solid understanding of 802.11 protocols
• Wireless survey tools
• Thorough understanding of wireless network survey process
• Knowledge of predictive and physical survey techniques
• Spectrum analysis tools
• Ability to design and support a wide range of requirements in a wireless network, including basic office, high-density, wireless voice, and high-bandwidth wireless networks
• Experience with Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE)
• Experience with Cisco DNA
• Experience with Meraki cloud networking products
• Experience gathering customer requirements, white boarding/presenting solutions, developing a Bill of Materials (BOM) and preparing project Statements of Work (SOWs)
• CCIE or equivalent experience and knowledge
• CCNP Wireless or CCNP Route/Switch or CWNA or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of networking experience, including configuring, analyzing & troubleshooting complex networks
• Associate degree or higher in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or related field

Additional Information

At CompuNet, we strive to do the right thing - that includes taking care of our employees. We offer a full and comprehensive compensation package to all our employees, including:

• 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
• The estimated base salary range for this position is $55,000 - $100,000 per year. Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including location and job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, experience, training, certifications, education, or performance. This position is eligible for variable compensation, such as commission, bonuses, and profit sharing, in addition to the base salary.

Who we are

CompuNet, Inc. is an engineering-led IT solution provider that offers consulting, design, and professional services. Our strength lies in our team of outcome-driven and relationship-focused professionals with a long history of designing IT solutions. Our team of highly skilled engineers take the lead in designing, developing, and implementing solutions that address complex business challenges. This team takes ownership for the entire project lifecycle, from discovery and design through deployment, training, and handoff.

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.

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