Network Engineer

The Network L3 Engineer is a senior technical role responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and advanced troubleshooting of complex enterprise networks, including LAN, WAN, Data Center, SD WAN, and Wireless infrastructures. The role serves as the final escalation point for critical incidents and provides architectural guidance, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives., The position requires strong expertise in Cisco enterprise networking, including SD WAN, routing, switching, wireless, Cisco ACI, in large scale, highly available, converged environments supporting voice, video, and data traffic., Advanced Operations & Escalation Support

• Act as the Level 3 escalation point for complex and high impact network incidents.
• Perform deep technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring or major incidents across wired and wireless networks.
• Ensure network stability, performance, and availability while meeting SLA and business continuity requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to L1 and L2 teams, including troubleshooting support and knowledge transfer., * Design, implement, and troubleshoot advanced routing and switching solutions using:

o BGP, OSPF, EIGRP

o MPLS (L2/L3 VPNs, WAN integration)

o STP, HSRP/VRRP, Multicast

• Lead optimization of QoS policies to support real time voice and video traffic.
• Architect high availability and load balancing solutions across campus and WAN infrastructures., * Own and execute high risk and large scale network changes, including migrations, upgrades, and data center or campus refreshes.
• Review and approve L2 change plans, ensuring proper design and rollback strategies.
• Drive network automation, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives using DNAC and scripting approaches.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting Tools

• Design and maintain enterprise monitoring strategies using:

o SolarWinds and SNMP based tools

• Conduct advanced packet level and RF analysis using:

o Wireshark and wireless diagnostic tools

Do you have experience in Teamwork?, * Expert knowledge of OSI and TCP/IP models

• Advanced expertise in:

o BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS

o STP, HSRP/VRRP, Multicast

o QoS for converged networks

• Strong understanding of:

o Wireless LAN design and RF principles

o Cisco DNAC and SD Access

o Data center and enterprise campus networking

• Familiarity with network security integrations and policies, * Cisco ACI, SDWAN, DNAC
• NNMI
• Wireshark
• Cisco WLC and Access Points
• ITSM tools (Incident, Change, Problem Management), * Strong technical leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent communication with technical and non technical stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and with global, distributed teams
• Analytical mindset with proactive problem solving skills

Pulled from the full job description

• AD&D insurance
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Unlimited paid time off, Work Environment
• Large enterprise or service provider network environment
• On call support for critical outages
• Close collaboration with architecture, security, operations, and vendor teams

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to HCL policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to HCL policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off (PTO) per year (some positions are eligible for unlimited PTO); and 10 paid holidays per year.

Disclaimer

HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.

Pay: $99,000.00 - $143,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off