Staff Network Engineer

Staff Network EngineerAnalog Devices is seeking a highly experienced Staff Network Engineer to lead the design, deployment, modernization, and operational support of the company's global network infrastructure across enterprise sites, engineering labs, manufacturing facilities, data centers, and cloud environments.The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for strategic initiatives involving Juniper networking, Aruba wireless solutions, Palo Alto security platforms, Fortinet any SD-WAN and SASE Netskope Zscaler, cloud networking, and enterprise infrastructure transformation programs. This individual must possess strong technical expertise while demonstrating exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills in a global environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, deploy, and support global WAN, LAN, WLAN, data center, cloud, and network security infrastructures.Lead network modernization initiatives including SD-WAN, EVPN-VXLAN, cloud networking, firewall transformation, and wireless upgrades.Architect and operate solutions utilizing:Juniper (EX, QFX, MX, EVPN-VXLAN, ESI-LAG)Aruba (Wireless, Controllers, ClearPass, Mobility Master)Palo Alto (NGFW, Panorama)Fortinet (FortiGate Firewall, FortiManager, SD-WAN)Develop technology roadmaps, engineering standards, operational procedures, and security guidelines.Support AWS, Azure, and GCP networking and hybrid-cloud connectivity.Lead infrastructure projects, vendor engagements, capacity planning, budgeting, and lifecycle management.Leadership & CollaborationPartner with business leaders, infrastructure teams, security organizations, manufacturing stakeholders, and application teams to deliver technology solutions aligned with business objectives.Influence technical decisions and provide strategic guidance to leadership teams.Mentor and coach engineers while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.Drive technical discussions, architecture reviews, and solution workshops across global teams.Build strong relationships with vendors, consultants, and strategic partners.Operational ExcellenceEstablish monitoring, alerting, incident response, and escalation procedures.Lead root cause analysis and drive corrective actions for critical incidents.Promote automation, standardization, and operational efficiency improvements.Ensure high availability, performance, reliability, and security of global network services.Required Qualifications10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture.Expert knowledge of routing, switching, wireless, security, cloud networking, and data center technologies.Hands-on experience with Juniper, Aruba, Palo Alto, and Fortinet platforms.Strong knowledge of:BGPOSPFESI-LAGEVPN-VXLANSD-WANVPN TechnologiesQoSSASE & Network SecurityExperience supporting large-scale global enterprise, manufacturing, engineering, and cloud environments.Soft Skills & Leadership CompetenciesExcellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities across global organizations.Proven ability to influence decisions without direct authority.Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong project planning, organizational, and execution skills.Effective conflict resolution and decision-making abilities.Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to service excellence.Ability to lead through change and drive organizational transformation.Passion for mentoring, developing talent, and promoting knowledge sharing.Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning and technology innovation.Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures, regions, and time zones.