Senior Network Engineer

Overview

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will play a pivotal role within the Corporate Networking team, driving the development and optimization of networking solutions across both our cloud infrastructure (PaaS, IaaS, SaaS) and physical corporate network environments. In this role, you will lead innovative network designs, act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) across cloud and on-premises technologies, and provide mentorship to team members - ensuring technical excellence, security, and collaboration.

What You'll Do
• Design and implement scalable, highly available network architectures across public cloud platforms (Azure and AWS) and physical corporate infrastructure, including data centers, campus, and branch environments.
• Enhance the security posture of multi-cloud environments with advanced networking solutions - segmentation, encryption, and policy enforcement.
• Collaborate with security operations and architecture teams to identify and remediate network security gaps.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement seamless integrations across PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS environments.
• Mentor and support team members, fostering knowledge sharing and professional growth within the Corporate Networking team.
• Monitor and manage Avid's multi-cloud networking environments; lead incident response, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.
• Lead enterprise networking efforts for routing/peering connectivity, SD-WAN, firewalls, load balancers, switches, and all other critical cloud and physical infrastructure components.
• Evaluate and integrate cloud-native networking solutions such as service meshes and private links.
• Support Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE) initiatives, promoting cloud adoption and organizational alignment.
• Develop comprehensive documentation for cloud networking services, M&A integrations, and migration projects.
• Implement networking best practices to optimize cloud platforms, achieving cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with SOX and PCI standards, including evidence creation and audit readiness.
• Research and introduce emerging cloud networking technologies to simplify and modernize the network footprint.
• Provide architectural and engineering expertise across business units, in close collaboration with security and technical teams.
• Act as the escalation point for complex networking and security issues, ensuring seamless resolution and team alignment.
• Drive automation initiatives using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) to reduce manual workloads and enhance scalability.
• Lead tech debt reduction initiatives, adopting best practices and optimizing existing infrastructure.
• Manage and maintain load balancing platforms, ensuring efficient traffic distribution and uptime.
• Support cloud and on-premises disaster recovery and business continuity strategies, ensuring minimal downtime and operational resilience.
• Monitor networking metrics and KPIs, promoting operational excellence and accountability.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
• Design, deploy, and maintain physical network infrastructure including switches, routers, wireless systems, and structured cabling across corporate offices and data centers.
• Collaborate with facilities and IT teams to plan and execute office build-outs, expansions, and hardware refreshes of physical network infrastructure.

What We're Looking For
• 5-7 years of proven expertise in network engineering, spanning both cloud (Azure, AWS, or similar) and physical corporate infrastructure design and operations.
• Strong background in designing and implementing secure, scalable, high-performing network solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Experience with SD-WAN, cloud firewalls, Web Application Firewalls (WAF), and load balancer solutions.
• Deep understanding of networking protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, VPN, and network monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as Zero Trust, NIST, or CIS benchmarks.
• Experience with cloud cost optimization strategies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while delivering high-quality results.
• Proven experience mentoring team members and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to technical challenges.
• Excellent project management and communication skills, with an emphasis on customer satisfaction.
• Dependable, motivated, and adaptable - able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise networking platforms.

Nice to Have
• Experience supporting M&A integrations and network migrations.
• Familiarity with Cloud Center of Excellence (CCoE) frameworks.
• Knowledge of service mesh architectures and private link connectivity.
• Certifications such as Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, or CCNP.

About AvidXchange

AvidXchange is a leading provider of accounts payable ("AP") automation software and payment solutions for middle-market businesses and their suppliers. By trade, we are a technology company, but if you ask anyone who works here, they'll tell you our people are at the core of who we are. At AvidXchange, mindset is everything . We are Connected as People , Growth Minded , and Customer Obsessed . These three mindsets represent our culture - who we are, who we've always been, and they guide us to improve every day. Since our founding in 2000 in Charlotte, NC, we've created a company of over 1,500 teammates working across the U.S., or remotely. AvidXchange is proud to be Certified™ as a Great Place to Work®. The prestigious recognition is based on anonymous data from our teammates and makes official what our teammates have known for years - that AvidXchange is a Great Place to Work®.


Who you are:

• A go-getter with an entrepreneurial mindset - that means you are not afraid of taking risks, winning big or facing the unknown.
• Someone who understands that business is people centric. Connecting with others as humans first allows you to develop mutually beneficial working relationships.
• Focused on making a difference for our customers. AvidXchange exists to help solve complex problems for our customers so we can all realize our potential.

What you'll get:


AvidXchange teammates (we call them AvidXers) get the perks and prestige of a growing tech company paired with the flexibility of a founder-led startup. We help our AvidXers develop as professionals and as human beings, providing work/life balance, development programs, and competitive benefits. At AvidXchange, we are building more than a tech company - we are building an experience. We remain committed to a culture where you can fully be 'you' - connected with others, chasing big goals, and making a meaningful impact. If you want to help us grow while realizing your potential and creating stories you'll tell for years, you've come to the right place.

AvidXers enjoy:

• 18 days PTO*
• 11 Holidays (8 company recognized & 3 floating holidays)
• 16 hours per year of paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Competitive Healthcare
• High Deductible Heath Plan Option that has $0 monthly premium for teammate-only coverage
• 100% AvidXchange paid Dental Base Plan Coverage
• 100% AvidXchange paid Life Insurance
• 100% AvidXchange paid Long-Term Disability
• 100% AvidXchange paid Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Provides counseling services, legal and financial consultations and health advocacy for Teammates and their eligible dependents
• Onsite Health Clinic with Atrium Health - available to Teammates and their eligible dependents
• 401(k) Match: 100% match on the first 3% of your salary, plus 50% match on the next 2%
• Parental Leave: 8 weeks 100% paid by AvidXchange**
• Discounts on Pet, Home, and Auto insurance
• WeeCare Childcare Service: helps teammates find affordable daycare, childcare, and tutors 40% less expensive than traditional daycare centers
• Perks at Work: free discount program that provides teammates the opportunity to save on items from electronics, movie tickets, car buying, vacations, and more
• Onsite gym fitness center, yoga studio, and basketball court
• Tuition Reimbursement up to the federal maximum of $5,250***
• Hybrid Workplace Flexibility
• Free parking

*Fully granted from beginning of year, pro-rated if hired mid-year


**Must be full-time for at least 3 months

***Must be full-time for at least one year


Equal Employment Opportunity

AvidXchange is an equal opportunity employer. AvidXchange is committed to equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. AvidXchange will not discriminate against applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis. This includes, but is not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age and physical or mental disability.