Senior Network Engineer

Description

Senior Network Engineer

Location :  Hybrid to Wayne, PA.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in enterprise and cloud networking. This role serves as a senior technical contributor for our Cloud Operations organization, responsible for implementing resilient, available, and secure network designs across VMware private cloud and AWS public cloud environments.

This individual will actively participate in and support design conversations with application, database, and systems teams—covering load balancing, segmentation, DMZ, and air-gapped architectures. Beyond implementation, they will provide escalation support alongside senior leadership for critical troubleshooting, expected to rapidly diagnose and resolve complex issues impacting production.  This role reports to the head of Data Center Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Architecture Support

Participate in network design sessions with application, systems, and security teams

Implement solutions for multi-tier applications, air-gapped networks, and hybrid cloud integrations (VMware + AWS)

Support network segmentation, routing, and access control implementation per established guidelines

Operations & Advanced Troubleshooting

Serve as senior-level SME for complex network incidents, with rapid fault isolation capabilities (e.g., IP conflicts, routing loops, misconfigured firewalls)

Maintain and optimize F5 load balancers, Cisco routers / switches, and Cisco UCS network infrastructure

Provide detailed root cause analysis (RCA) on network-related issues with clear recommendations escalated through proper channels

Support monitoring and alerting systems for network infrastructure, ensuring anomalies are identified and addressed

Cloud & Automation

Engineer and support AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, and hybrid VPN connectivity

Assist in automation of network provisioning, monitoring, and validation initiatives

Technical Support & Collaboration

Follow and help refine established best practices for IP management, network documentation, and change control

Support knowledge sharing and help troubleshoot complex technical issues for system engineering teams

Support vendor relationships and participate in technical discussions with service providers and managed service partners

Required Qualifications

• AWS Networking (Transit Gateway, VPC, Direct Connect, hybrid architecture)

Hands-on expertise in :

Cisco networking (routers, switches, UCS)

F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM, SSL offload, iRules)

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)

VPN and secure connectivity (site-to-site, client VPNs, air-gapped networks)

Proven track record supporting troubleshooting in complex enterprise environments

Experience participating in design conversations with application / system engineers

Strong communication skills—able to explain network implications to non-network teams

CCNP certification or equivalent experience strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

CCIE, F5-CTS, or AWS Advanced Networking Specialty certifications

Experience with network automation tools and scripting

Background in both traditional data center and cloud networking architectures

Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools (SolarWinds, PRTG, CloudWatch, etc.)

Key Attributes

Self-directed problem solver who escalates appropriately and doesn't wait for direction

Performs effectively in high-pressure situations, especially during incident troubleshooting

Capable of balancing technical implementation excellence with collaborative teamwork

Growth-oriented mindset—eager to expand knowledge and contribute to team knowledge sharing

What Success Looks Like

Network incidents are diagnosed and escalated appropriately within SLA timeframes

Provides reliable technical support that enables application and system teams to move quickly

Network implementations follow established standards and are well-documented and maintainable

Demonstrates continuous learning and contributes to team technical knowledge

Builds strong working relationships across engineering teams

Who we are :

Frontline Education is a pioneer of school administration software purpose-built for K-12 districts. We provide innovative, connected solutions for student and special programs, business operations, and human capital management with powerful data and analytics to empower educators and administrators. We earn the trust of K-12 leaders across the U.S. by serving as a consistently high-performing, forthright partner of school districts through every dimension of the company.

We're a group of unique and talented individuals that love what we do. We've been lucky enough to land jobs with a rapidly growing tech company that supports an appreciative and friendly customer base. We work hard to make our customers happy, but we like to have a good time in the process. We are a company that strives to think in terms of “we” instead of “me.” We believe in the philosophy of servant leadership and that it’s all about putting others first. We also value the balance between family and work.

Frontline embraces inclusion and belonging. We are intentionally building a workplace that respects, supports, and values the identities of all our employees. We believe this to be foundational in developing a strong community in our company. Frontline Education is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The perks of being a Frontliner :

Frontline offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary, rewarding bonus structure, 401k match, and personalized PTO! Our company growth has created a promising environment for career advancement and rewarding challenges. We offer a tuition reimbursement program for eligible college credit coursework available to employees depending on their status and length of employment.

The salary range for this role is $115,000 - $135,000 per year, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role includes a bonus, personalized PTO, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and much more!

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