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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Engineer/Sr Engineer, IT Network - **Company:** American Airlines Inc - **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Spanning Tree Protocols, VoIP, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cisco Routers, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Ethernet, Trunking, Github, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Local Area Networks, Multicasting, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Network Virtualization, Network Protocols, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Akamai, Simple Network Management Protocols, TCP/IP, Wireshark, TypeScript, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Firewalls (Computer Science), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Graphql, Fortinet, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Cisco - **Published:** August 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3354594913&tx=JL6963FFI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * ?Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training * 3+ years of experience designing, developing, and implementing large-scale solutions in production environments Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience * Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training * Airline Industry experience Skills, Licenses & Certifications * ?Proficiency with the following technologies: * Programming Languages: Java, Python, C#, Javascript/Typescript * Source Control: GitHub, Azure DevOps * CICD: GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps * Integration/APIs Technologies: Kafka, REST, GraphQL * Cloud Providers: Azure and AWS * Configure and manage Azure networking components such as Virtual Network, Load Balancer, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and NSG * Configure and manage AWS networking components such as VPC, Direct Connect * Strong experience in building site to site VPN tunnels for both Cisco and Palo Alto's platform * Senior Level experience with Data Center infrastructure solutions: VPN, Cisco (Route and Switch), Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls * Industry Certifications such as CCNP/CCIE is desired * Demonstrated expertise with protocol analyzers, and test equipment is desired * Experience working with network tools such as CA Spectrum and Wireshark * Expert knowledge on Cisco routers, Cisco L2/L3 switches, load balancing, QOS, VPN, NAT, VoIP, IPSec, Multicast, DNS services, MPLS networks, network protocols (Ethernet, TCP/IP, SNMP, VLAN Trunking), and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) * Strong knowledge of Spanning-tree protocols (PVST,MSTP,RSTP) * Experience working with Velocloud/Viptela SDWAN/Aruba/Meraki/Nexus/Palo Alto Firewalls/Zscaler equipment is an advantage * Basic understanding of public cloud and Azure cloud networking * Experience working with Microsoft Azure is a plus * Firewall troubleshooting skill ## Description * As one diverse, high-performing team dedicated to technical excellence, you will focus relentlessly on delivering unrivaled digital products that drive a more reliable and profitable airline. * The Network Domain refers to the area within Information Technology that focuses on the design, implementation, management, and maintenance of an organization's networking infrastructure. This domain encompasses various activities, tools, and technologies required to ensure the efficient and secure transmission of data between devices, systems, and locations. The scope includes WAN, LAN, Firewalls, Akamai, LTM's and GTM's. What you'll do * Write/engineer network device configuration scripts with associated change documentation to meet project goals and deadlines * Implement network changes during appropriate change windows (after hours) * Review and provide feedback on change documentation/engineering of other engineers * Establish processes to test applications and devices before planned network deployment to quantify their performance and recommend steps to ensure they are optimized * Serve as second-tier support for network operations team when needed * Participate in on-call support escalation rotation * Translate business needs into actionable deliverables * Manage small/medium internal data network projects * Create detailed network designs that meet the customer requirements (including physical and logical) of complex network systems to meet the functional objectives of the business * Serve as a technical resource providing guidance and advice to associates on data, voice, and mobile network capabilities for utilizing the full capability of technology in designing effective solutions ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Getting under the skin: The Social Engineering techniques](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/38-getting-under-the-skin-the-social-engineering-techniques) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)