Network Engineer

Job Description Join our dynamic and thriving footwear company as a Network Engineer in St. Louis, MO where you'll have the opportunity to make an impact and shape the future of our renowned brands. What will you be doing? Design network solutions: Configure and deploy complex network solutions based on business requirements. Create network plans: Collaborate with architects and other stakeholders to develop network architecture plans, including LAN, WAN, and data center networks. Support network upgrades: Implement network changes and upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Collaborate internally: Work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure the stability, scalability, and security of the organization’s network infrastructure. Provide technical solutions: Think strategically and tactically to provide highly effective technical solutions that solve business problems, tools that function according to network needs. Process improvement: Continually look for ways to automate manual tasks and produce solutions to common issues to improve overall Network Service. Lead projects: Begin to develop strong leadership skills on various projects and initiatives of any complexity, size, and scope, which includes assisting with project‑related decisions and tasks as well as delegation and documentation of project work. Perks you will enjoy! Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Famous Footwear and Caleres brands. Benefits that Start Day One: To learn more details about our total rewards, including 401k, health benefits and PTO, visit yourcaleres.com. Get Paid When You Want: Access your money as you earn it and request your earnings before payday. Mental Wellness: Your mental health is important to us, and we offer free, 24/7 confidential support and resources through CompPsych EAP for eligible associates. Relaxed Dress Code: At Caleres, we believe that the right shoes can take you anywhere, and your authentic self is always in style. Feel free to leave your professional attire in the back of your closet! Site Perks: Full access to our onsite gym, Starbucks, Grab and Go Market, and free parking located in the convenient area of downtown Clayton, MO. Qualifications that make you the perfect fit! Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; relevant certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, or equivalent preferred. 3–5 years’ experience in network engineering, with a focus on network design, implementation, troubleshooting, and support required. In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, VLANs, MPLS, VPNs and SDWAN required. Strong understanding of network security principles and experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network access controls required. Proficiency in network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SNMP, NetFlow, Wireshark, SolarWinds) required. Experience with network hardware and software from leading vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, Silver Peak, Palo Alto, etc. required. Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems. Caleres is invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual pay will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits. Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres contacts will use @caleres.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: #J-18808-Ljbffr