Senior Network Engineer

Job Title: Sr. Network Engineer

Location: Dallas, TX

Job Type: Full-Time / Onsite

Experience Level: 8 Years

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly experienced and self-driven Senior Network Engineer with strong expertise in Cisco Routing & Switching (Enterprise and Data Center), SD-WAN technologies (including Meraki), Cisco Wireless, DNAC, ACI, and Infoblox. The ideal candidate should also have exposure to BIG-IP F5 and VMware NSX AVI. This role demands hands-on experience in end-to-end project implementation and the ability to independently manage and resolve P1/P2 bridge calls without additional engineering support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support enterprise and data center network infrastructure using Cisco R&S technologies.
• Lead and execute end-to-end network project implementations, including planning, deployment, testing, and documentation.
• Deploy and manage SD-WAN solutions, including Cisco Meraki.
• Configure and troubleshoot Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLCs) and access points.
• Operate and optimize Cisco DNA Center (DNAC) for network automation and assurance.
• Manage and maintain Cisco ACI fabric in data center environments.
• Administer Infoblox DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) solutions.
• Provide support and configuration for BIG-IP F5 load balancers and NSX AVI (preferred).
• Independently handle P1/P2 bridge calls, driving resolution and root cause analysis without reliance on other engineers.
• Collaborate with cloud teams to integrate networking with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong experience in Cisco Routing & Switching (Enterprise & DC).
• Hands-on expertise in Cisco SD-WAN, Meraki, and cloud networking.
• Proficiency in Cisco Wireless technologies and DNAC.
• Solid understanding of Cisco ACI architecture and operations.
• Experience with Infoblox DDI solutions.
• Proven ability to lead and execute network projects independently.
• Demonstrated experience in resolving P1/P2 incidents end-to-end.
• Good to have: Experience with BIG-IP F5 and NSX AVI.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.

Preferred Certifications: (Should have one certification at least)

• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
• Cisco Meraki Certification
• Cisco ACI Specialist
• Infoblox Certified Admin
• F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator
• VMware NSX Certification

Disclaimer

HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to secure@hcltech.com for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.