Senior Network Engineerjobs • Menlo Park, CA, US

Senior Network Engineer

jobs • Menlo Park, CA, US

16 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Network Engineer to join our

Technical Services team. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives in a

hands-on environment, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing modern network

infrastructure.

You will be responsible for designing and supporting enterprise-grade network and security

systems, including next-generation firewalls, campus switching, and enterprise wireless. Your

expertise will help drive reliability, performance, and security through robust design,

automation, and disciplined change management.

This senior-level position requires deep technical knowledge of networking and network

security, particularly in Palo Alto Networks firewalls and Cisco / Meraki wired and wireless

environments.

Core Tools & Technologies

Vendors / OS : Palo Alto Networks (PAN-OS & Panorama), Cisco (IOS), Meraki, SonicWall (SonicOS, NSM), Ruckus
Protocols : BGP, STP, LACP, 802.1X (EAP), IPsec / SSL VPN, QoS, DNS / DHCP, NAT, IPv6, LACP / EtherChannel, MC-LAGG / vPC
Security Features : Malware Prevention, Anti-Spyware, Antivirus, Vulnerability Protection, File Blocking, Data Filtering, DNS Security, DoS / DDoS Protection, Zone Protection, Micro-Segmentation / ACLs, Zero-Trust Networking (ZTNA)

Key Responsibilities

Network Implementation : Configure and deploy LANs, WANs, and wireless networks,

including switches, firewalls, access points, and supporting hardware / software.

Wireless & Wired Network Management : Oversee the lifecycle of Cisco switching and Meraki wireless infrastructure, including deployment, configuration, tuning, and capacity planning.

Troubleshooting & Performance : Serve as a senior escalation point for all network-related issues. Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis (RCA) to ensure availability and performance.

Firewall & Network Security : Manage and maintain Palo Alto Networks NGFWs and Panorama. Develop and implement robust security policies, NAT rules, and threat prevention strategies.

Documentation & Collaboration : Maintain comprehensive network documentation and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver projects and resolve issues effectively.

Mandatory Qualifications (in order of importance)

Cisco / Meraki Expertise

Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco IOS and Meraki switches and access points.

Deep experience designing, deploying, and operating Meraki MR wireless solutions, including Dashboard administration, RF optimization, and 802.1X authentication.

Mastery of core network concepts : VLANs, trunking, STP, inter-VLAN routing, LACP / EtherChannel, MC-LAGG / vPC, DHCP Snooping, BPDU Guard.

7–10+ years of experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise wired and wireless networks.

Advanced Troubleshooting Skills

Proven ability to diagnose complex network issues using tools such as Wireshark / TCPDump, ping, and traceroute.

Strong preference for candidates with CCNP- or CCIE-level wireless troubleshooting expertise.

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot NGFW policy and feature set issues (e.g., URL Filtering, DNS Security, Threat Prevention, Data Filtering, App-ID, User-ID).

Communication Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical stakeholders (architects, SMEs) and non-technical audiences (executives, directors).

Palo Alto Networks Expertise

Proven experience managing, configuring, and troubleshooting Palo Alto NGFWs and Panorama.

Strong knowledge of HA, templates, device groups, and best-practice implementation of full NGFW feature sets.

3–5+ years of experience configuring and operating Palo Alto Networks NGFWs.

Desired Qualifications

Certifications

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE)

Additional Technical Experience

Familiarity with SonicWall firewalls and / or Ruckus wireless systems.

Strong understanding of BGP, route maps, and redistribution profiles.

Experience with Palo Alto’s Advanced Routing Engine (ARE) and multi–virtual router topologies.

Hands-on experience with 802.1X, RADIUS, PKI, DNS, and related technologies.

Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Jinja2, and PAN XAPI.

Why Join Us

You’ll be part of a small, high-impact team responsible for mission-critical infrastructure across multiple sites. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, shape architectural standards, and contribute to a high-performance, security-focused network environment.

This is an exempt role.

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