What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Network Engineer position at TalentRupt Inc.?
Job Title: Sr. Network Engineer (Juniper SME)
Duration: 6 Months Contract, possibility to extend
Location: Edwardsville, IL 62025
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in Juniper technologies and strong experience in modern data center and network architectures. This role will support enterprise network initiatives, focusing on design, optimization, and operational excellence across complex environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and support advanced network solutions, with a focus on Arista fabric technologies (VxLAN/EVPN, eBGP)
- Provide cross-platform expertise across one or more of the following technologies:
- SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Versa, Fortinet)
- Juniper wireless (Wi-Fi)
- Network Access Control (e.g., Forescout eyeSight/Segment)
- Edge connectivity solutions (e.g., Cradlepoint)
- Develop and maintain runbooks and operational documentation for Level 1 support teams
- Act as an escalation point for complex network issues from L1/L2 teams
- Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability
- Develop reporting and monitoring solutions to enhance network visibility and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Required Qualifications:
- 7–10 years of experience in network engineering within enterprise environments
- Strong hands-on experience with Arista switching technologies and modern fabric architectures
- Deep expertise in Juniper technologies (routing, switching, and/or wireless)
- Hands-on experience with Fortinet solutions (firewalls, SD-WAN, or security fabric)
- Excellent communication, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Certifications:
- Juniper (JNCIP or JNCIE)
- Arista (ACE or equivalent)
- SD-WAN certifications (Versa, Fortinet, or similar)
- ITIL or other process/framework certifications