Specialist , Infrastructure Engineering

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, USA is seeking a Global WAN Architect to design and evolve our worldwide network strategy. You will architect next generation network solutions and provide Tier-3 support across regions.

The role requires expert routing knowledge, SD-WAN experience, and strong security and cloud understanding. You will lead global discussions and collaborate with IT and business teams to deliver impactful network services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 4 years of experience in Global Network Infrastructure and Design.
• Expert knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Advanced knowledge of SD-WAN solutions (Velocloud).
• Advanced knowledge of TCP/IP protocol stacks.
• Good understanding of Network Security and Cloud (AWS, Azure, DMZ, SASE, etc.).
• Familiar with automation, monitoring and reporting tools such as LogicMonitor, Ansible, Glueware, NetBrain.
• CCNP level certifications/knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent English written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work in a high pressure dynamic environment and independently prioritize work.
• Ability to continually acquire new skills.
• Ability to accomplish objectives while working collectively with the Global team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and evolve our Company’s Global WAN strategy.
• Research, architect, and introduce Next Generation Network Solutions based on industry trends.
• Provide Tier-3 expert support of our Company’s Global Network.
• The individual must have the technical and leadership skills to engineer and deliver these services worldwide.
• Lead global discussions with stakeholders over requirements and demand.

Skills

Global Networks

WAN Architecture

TCP/IP

BGP/OSPF

SD-WAN

Network Security

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Automation concepts

CCNP level

Tools

LogicMonitor

Ansible

Glueware

NetBrain

Velocloud

Job description

Job Description

Our IT team operates as a business partner proposing ideas and innovative solutions that enable new organizational capabilities. We collaborate internationally to deliver the services and solutions that help everyone to be more productive and enable innovation. As a member of the WAN Connectivity team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development and design of our Company's Global Data Network with a primary focus on WAN Network Strategy, Architecture, and Design. This role requires a highly skilled individual with subject matter expertise in Global Network Architectures. The candidate must interface globally and have deep experience in the design, development and support of global network solutions.

Primary job responsibilities

• Design, develop and evolve our Company’s Global WAN strategy.
• Research, architect, and introduce Next Generation Network Solutions based on industry trends.
• Provide Tier-3 expert support of our Company’s Global Network.
• The individual must have the technical and leadership skills to engineer and deliver these services worldwide.
• Lead global discussions with stakeholders over requirements and demand.

Required Experience and Skills

• High School Diploma 4 years of experience with Global Network Infrastructure and Design.
• Expert knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
• Advanced knowledge of SD-WAN solutions (Velocloud).
• Advance knowledge in TCP/IP protocol stacks.
• Good understanding of Network Security and Cloud (AWS, Azure, DMZ, SASE, etc.).
• Familiar with automation, monitoring and reporting tools such as or similar to (example LogicMonitor, Ansible, Glueware, NetBrain).
• CCNP level certifications/knowledge.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent English written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to work in high pressure dynamic environment and independently prioritize work.
• Ability to continually acquire new skills.
• Ability to accomplish objectives while working collectively with the Global team, IT divisional teams, country IT departments and business teams.
• Demonstrates both tactical as well as strategic thinking and creative problem solving.

Desired Experience and Skills

• Deep knowledge of Network Automation solutions.
• Deep Knowledge of VPN methods such as DMVPN, IPSEC, GRE and SSL.
• Advanced knowledge of performance based routing.
• Good knowledge of Switching, Wireless, Load Balancing, Data Center Technologies.
• Exposure to NFV technology.

#MSJR Required Skills

• Automation
• Availability Management
• Capacity Management
• Change Controls
• Configuration Management (CM)Data Center Technology
• Design Applications
• Global Networks
• Infrastructure Engineering
• IT Service Management (ITSM)
• Network Automation
• Network Infrastructures
• Project Engineering
• Software Configurations
• Software Development
• Solution Architecture
• System Administration
• WAN Optimization

Preferred Skills

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit: EEOC Know Your Rights EEOC GINA Supplement

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively.

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Salary

The salary range for this role is $87,300.00 - $137,400.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

Benefits

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

Eligibility & Conditions

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status: Regular Relocation: No relocation VISA Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: No Travel Required Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Not Indicated Valid Driving License: No Hazardous Material(s): N/A

Job Posting End Date: 09/12/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date.

Company Overview

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.