Network Engineer

Post Date

Sep 23, 2025

Location

San Francisco,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

94105
US
Nov 29, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

SEA-ba42bd66-deae-4d81-8fae-eb7fcbb372d2

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to work fully remote. This role is ideal for a candidate with deep expertise in routing and switching, datacenter architecture, and network security and AWS Cloud Network Infrastructure. You will be part of a specialized team responsible for designing, deploying, and troubleshooting complex network environments across multiple datacenters. This includes analyzing and optimizing traffic flows, assessing infrastructure capacity, and deploying network accounts within the AWS cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and implement AWS networking components including VPCs, Transit Gateways, and Direct Connect using Terraform for infrastructure automation and scalability.
• Serve as a routing & switching SME, managing design, deployment, and troubleshooting across datacenters using BGP and OSPF.
• Lead greenfield datacenter buildouts to support workload migrations.
• Redesign datacenter core and edge architecture using Catalyst 8500 routers and Nexus 9k switches.
• Deploy VXLAN EVPN fabric for datacenter migrations.
• Configure security and NAT policies, and establish IPsec tunnels on Palo Alto firewalls.
• Perform code upgrades on routers and switches with minimal service disruption.
• Create high-level and low-level design documentation using Lucidchart.
• Develop patch plans and collaborate with DC Engineering on cabling and physical layer troubleshooting.
• Decommission obsolete network equipment in datacenters.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4-5 years of professional experience as a Network Engineer in an enterprise datacenter setting.
• Networking Protocols:
o In-depth knowledge of IP routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
o Hands-on experience with data center technologies such as VXLAN and EVPN.
• AWS Cloud Networking Infrastructure:
o Mandatory hands-on experience designing and managing network infrastructure in a public cloud environment, specifically AWS using Terraform.
o Proficiency with AWS networking services, including VPC, Transit Gateway, and Direct Connect.
• Hardware Platforms:
o Proven experience with Cisco Nexus switches (e.g., 7000/7700 series) is highly desirable.
• Application Delivery & Security:
o Solid experience with load balancers (F5 BIG-IP, AVI/NSX ALB).
o Hands-on experience with network firewalls (Palo Alto Networks preferred).
• Professionalism:
o Excellent verbal and written communication skills are mandatory.
o Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Certifications:
o CCNP Enterprise (or equivalent certification in Routing & Switching) is required.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• CCIE certification (any track).
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, Terraform).
• Knowledge of scripting and APIs for network configuration and management.
• AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty).

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.