Senior Network Engineer

Responsibilities

• Partner with business units to understand organization’s needs; design, plan, implement & support global data centers and enterprise campus networks.
• Handle multiple high-impact projects concurrently.
• Undertake large scale network transformation initiatives working in a cross-functional team.
• Analyze and resolve complex network issues, often serving as a high-level escalation point for the support teams.
• Design, configure, implement, and support edge network, WAN/MPLS and cloud connectivity.
• Improve operational efficiency – Enhance Network Automation, Empower NOC team to through knowledge base, runbooks, review & reduce tickets strategically.
• Identify gaps, risks, potential issues and resolve them proactively.
• Audit and develop standards and procedures for network technologies.

Qualifications

• 12+ years in planning, designing, implementing & supporting customer-facing production data center and Enterprise Campus Networks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.), network devices (routers, switches, firewalls), and network security principles (NAC).
• Experience in setting up network connectivity with AWS, Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Expertise in Remote Access & Site-to-Site VPN encryption, modern switching platforms, and firewalls.
• Experience in multi-vendor technologies - Cisco, HP, Aruba, Arista, F5.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
• Experience in security policy implementation and enhancing network monitoring.
• Proven ability to manage mission-critical infrastructure projects.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science.
• Expertise in atleast two functions: Cisco Remote Access & Site-to-site VPN, Aruba ClearPass NAC, Cloud Networking and F5 Load-balancer is a must.
• CCNP/CCIE or equivalent expert level certifications required.
• Network Automation skill is required (python, Ansible, Terraform etc).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism.

Job Location:

This is an on-site position based in Cadence's San Jose, CA office.

About Us

Cadence plays a critical role in creating the technologies that modern life depends on. We are a global electronic design automation company, providing software, hardware, and intellectual property to design advanced semiconductor chips that enable our customers create revolutionary products and experiences.

Thanks to the outstanding caliber of the Cadence team and the empowering culture that we have cultivated for over 25 years, Cadence continues to be recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our shared passion for solving the world’s toughest technical challenges, our dedication to pushing the limits of the industry, and our drive to do meaningful work differentiates the people of Cadence.

Cadence is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other protected class.