Senior Network Deployment Engineer || Remote role || W2 Only

Seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Deployment Engineer with 8+ years of progressive experience to lead complex, large-scale campus network deployment projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader responsible for the design, build-out, and continuous maintenance of high-performance enterprise campus networks (wired and wireless). A key focus of this role is leveraging network automation tools and scripting (Ansible, Python) for efficient, repeatable deployments, coupled with strong project management skills for leading and executing end-to-end site builds globally., * Lead the comprehensive design, architecture, implementation, and optimization of complex wired and wireless campus network infrastructures.

• Manage and execute end-to-end site deployments, overseeing all phases from requirements gathering and architecture design through configuration, testing, cutover, and final operational handover.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal IT teams, security, data center teams, facilities, and external vendors to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Create, maintain, and enforce robust network documentation (diagrams, standards, templates) and best practices.
• Drive network automation initiatives by developing and utilizing scripts and tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, Netmiko) for configuration management, deployment, and operational tasks.
• Provide advanced, third-level troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex network issues across all technologies.
• Proactively manage project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion and providing regular status updates., Originally this was not a super senior role but after a couple of interviews we received feedback that helped us redefine it.

Building and executing migration plans

• Developing cutover and rollback strategies
• BGP and routing concepts beyond basic implementation
• VRFs, segmentation, and Layer 2/Layer 3 design
• VXLAN/EVPN and L2 stretch environments
• Network troubleshooting and root cause analysis
• Reviewing configurations and validating designs
• Operating independently with minimal oversight during deployments

The key question Client seems to be asking is: Can this person own a hardware refresh or migration from planning through execution and troubleshooting without needing heavy guidance from the engineering team?

Feedback from Prior Interviews

Candidate One “…limited grasp of routing protocols and how routing actually works, and unfamiliarity with 802.1Q trunking. He had difficulty applying concepts outside of his direct prior use cases. His exposure to Arista, NVIDIA/Mellanox, Palo Alto, VXLAN, and Layer 2 stretch is limited to none.”

Candidate Two “Palo Alto firewalls and BGP. On the logical side, though, he tested at an entry level - he struggled with basic theory (e.g., how an L2 loop leads to a broadcast storm, VRF segmentation of corp vs. guest). He’s unfamiliar with VXLAN and L2 stretch, and uses AI assistance rather than writing Python directly. We don’t see him being self-sufficient on configuration or troubleshooting at the level this role requires.”

• Hands-on experience or familiarity with Arista, Cisco, Mist, Cumulus Linux
• Strong expertise in BGP, EVPN, VXLAN for campus deployments
• Campus segmentation (EVPN VXLAN)
• IPSEC VPNs, and SD-WAN solutions
• Knowledge of multi-tenancy architectures and segmentation

• Advanced troubleshooting skills using packet capture (Wireshark) Security:

• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls
• Expertise in enterprise firewall configuration, management, and troubleshooting.

• Proficient in load balancer technologies, including F5 and Citrix load balancers. Network Access Control:

• Hands-on experience in NAC solutions

• Authentication protocols (802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, EAP, COA) Wireless Networking:

• Familiarity with RF planning, site surveys, and Wi-Fi deployment/troubleshooting.

• Experience with platforms such as Cisco, Mist, and Aruba Network Automation & Scripting:

• Medium-level proficiency in network automation (Ansible, Salt) and scripting (Python) for configuration, deployment, and auditing. Soft Skills:

• Demonstrated strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills; proven ability to lead and manage multiple end-to-end site builds/deployments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.

Top Skills Details

1. Network Engineering
2. Communication
3. Ownership/Ability to Drive Work Across Teams

Depends on Experience