Manager, Network Engineering

Manager, Network Engineering, Boston, MA

We have a great opportunity for a Manager, Network Engineering. The Manager, Network Engineering will lead the network infrastructure strategy, design, and operations. The successful Manager, Network Engineering will oversee a team of network engineers, manage advanced networking technologies including Wi-Fi, BGP, global WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS), and ensure robust, secure, and high-performing network services across multiple geographic locations. This role requires deep technical expertise in routing protocols, traffic prioritization (QoS), and on-premises-to-cloud connectivity, combined with proven leadership skills to manage distributed teams. The Manager, Network Engineering will drive network innovation, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business-critical applications and services. Candidates must have Cloud Networking experience. This position is 100% Remote but can transition to hybrid or fully onsite in the future, so candidates must be local Boston, MA.

Manager, Network Engineering Responsibilities:

– Manage global Wide Area Network (WAN) operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance. – Lead the deployment and optimization of Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) solutions to enhance network agility and cost-efficiency. – Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of multiple networks connecting via advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP. – Design and manage on-premises-to-public-cloud connectivity, including hybrid network architectures. – Set up and maintain cloud networking environments in Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon AWS, including VPCs, VPNs, and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute. – Ensure seamless integration of cloud-based services with enterprise network infrastructure. – Implement and refine Quality of Service (QoS) policies for traffic prioritization, ensuring optimal performance for critical applications (e.g., VoIP, video, business systems). – Monitor and troubleshoot network latency, packet loss, and bandwidth utilization. – Manage a distributed team of network engineers across multiple geographic locations, fostering collaboration and accountability. – Coordinate resource allocation and project assignments to meet organizational goals. – Provide mentorship, conduct performance reviews, and develop career growth plans for team members. – Develop and execute a network engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives and technological advancements. – Evaluate emerging network technologies (e.g., zero-trust networking, 5G) and recommend adoption where beneficial. – Ensure network uptime, security, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST). – Establish monitoring tools, high availability configurations and disaster recovery plans for network infrastructure. – Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures. – Partner with IT leadership, application teams, and external vendors to align network capabilities with organizational needs. – Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and outages. – Lead network-related projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, or SD-WAN rollouts, delivering on time and within budget.

Manager, Network Engineering Qualifications:

– Bachelor's degree in computer science, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). – Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate). – Minimum of 7 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 4-6 years in a leadership or managerial role. – Candidates must have Cloud Networking experience. – Extensive experience with advanced routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and Wi-Fi network design/optimization. – Proven expertise in managing global WAN environments and SD-WAN deployments. – Hands-on experience establishing on-premises-to-cloud connectivity and setting up cloud networking in Azure and/or AWS. – Demonstrated success managing network teams across multiple geographic locations. – Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for network configuration and management. – Familiarity with zero-trust security models and network segmentation. – Background in managing vendor relationships with ISPs, hardware providers, or cloud service providers. – Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2) as they relate to network infrastructure. – Deep knowledge of routing and switching technologies (e.g., Arista, Brocade, Cisco). – Experience in SD-WAN platforms (e.g., CATO, Palo Alto, Silver Peak). – Expertise in QoS configuration and traffic engineering for enterprise networks. – Familiarity with network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and protocols (e.g., IPsec, SSL). – Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Scrutinizer). – Strong leadership and team-building skills, with experience managing remote or distributed teams. – Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. – Superior communication skills, capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences. – Proven project management experience with a focus on delivering complex initiatives.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Lifestyle Spending Account, Voluntary 401(k) Plan, Profit Sharing, etc.