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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Engineer - **Company:** IonQ, Inc. - **Location:** Bothell, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,336.0 - $144,459.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Complex Networks, Continuous Integration, Disaster Recovery, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, Data Logging, Scripting, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco, Network Optimization, Citrix Netscaler - **Published:** May 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8049aace38069f5a ## About the Role Do you have experience in Tooling?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) * 6+ years of progressive network engineering experience * Experience working with network designs and implementing them in production environments, combined with a strong hands-on mindset Experience working with network designs and implementing them in production environments, combined with a strong hands-on mindset * Deep experience with firewall and security platforms (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, etc.) * Proven experience designing and supporting high-availability and disaster recovery solutions * Strong experience with network monitoring, logging, and performance analysis tools, * 7+ years of experience in network and infrastructure engineering * Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent * Experience with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments * Knowledge of SD-WAN, SASE, and zero-trust architectures * Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, Terraform) * Familiarity with load balancing technologies (F5, Netscaler, etc.) * Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or multi-site environments * Experience with CI/CD workflows and automation ## Description As we grow, we are building manufacturing facilities and quantum datacenters around the globe. We are looking for several Senior Systems and Network Engineers to support the deployment, integration, and operation of our networking and infrastructure systems, enabling cutting-edge research, distributed engineering, and delivery of the world's best quantum computers to our customers., * Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure network solutions (LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless) * Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, collaborating with engineers and research staff as needed * Support the deployment and operation of highly available and resilient international network environments * Oversee and optimize network performance, capacity planning, and reliability * Design and enforce network security strategies (firewalls, segmentation, zero trust, VPNs) * Drive network modernization initiatives including cloud networking and automation * Create and maintain detailed network diagrams, standards, and documentation * Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and vendors * Lead and participate in major incident response and root cause analysis * Ensure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and security policies ## 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) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Back to CODE100](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1909-wearedevelopers-live-back-to-code100) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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