Senior Network Engineer

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer

Location: Seattle, WA       

About Us:

At Just-Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged, it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role:

We’re looking for a passionate and curious, Senior Network Engineer to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As a Senior Network Engineer at Just-Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, deploy, and maintain highly available and scalable network infrastructure for on-premises and cloud environments.
• Implement best practices for network security, performance, and redundancy.
• Configure and manage routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and other networking equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and provide timely resolution.

• Lead the design and integration of cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) into the company’s network architecture.
• Oversee cloud network connectivity, including VPCs, VPNs, peering, and hybrid cloud setups.
• Implement and manage cloud-native networking services such as load balancers, firewalls, and DNS.

• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
• Automate cloud deployments, configuration management, and monitoring tasks.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate network automation into CI/CD pipelines.

• Configure, deploy, and manage Fortinet firewalls to ensure robust network security.
• Implement firewall rules, NAT policies, and VPN configurations in accordance with security best practices.
• Monitor and analyze firewall logs to detect and mitigate security threats.
• Perform regular updates, patches, and security assessments on Fortinet firewall systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve firewall-related issues to maintain network security and uptime.

• Ensure the security of the network and cloud infrastructure, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits of network and cloud environments.
• Implement and manage network access controls, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

• Monitor network and cloud performance, identifying and addressing bottlenecks, latency, or connectivity issues.
• Optimize network and cloud resources for cost efficiency and performance.
• Utilize monitoring tools to maintain visibility into the health and performance of the network and cloud environments.

• Create and maintain detailed documentation for network and cloud architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Provide regular reports on network performance, uptime, security incidents, and cloud utilization.
• Train and mentor junior network engineers and IT staff on cloud technologies, automation, and firewall management best practices.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong proficiency in network automation tools and scripting (e.g., Python, Terraform, Ansible).
• In-depth knowledge of Fortinet firewall solutions, including FortiGate, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer.
• Strong understanding of ClearPass, Aruba network devices, and Aruba Central.
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and cloud-native networking services.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Fortinet NSE, Aruba Certified Switching Expert, etc.) are highly desirable.<