[Remote] Senior Network Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Southwest Airlines is a major airline committed to providing a stable work environment and equal opportunity for personal growth. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, monitor, and manage local and wide area networks, ensuring reliable connectivity and maximum uptime for users.ResponsibilitiesOversee vendor management, partner governance, and oversight to deploy systems which are complete, designed and managed over life cycles while also guiding othersIdentify problems proactively, plan solutions, recommend software and systems, and coordinate developments in an orderly manner to meet business requirementsMonitor and test performance and capacity for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with partners to implement fixesProvide innovative solutions to proactively ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability in order to resolve escalations of high complexityCreate the platform strategy and road map in collaboration with Enterprise ArchitectureIdentify opportunities proactively to adopt emerging industry trends in collaboration with Enterprise ArchitectureMeet commitments and deliverables as related to leading projects and/or project oversightProvide technical development, mentoring, and guide the work of othersCreate and follow Network/Traffic flow DiagramsMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's LeadersSkillsHigh School Diploma or GEDU.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship availableAbility to analyze and resolve problems of high complexityExpert knowledge of hardware components, systems, software, and networking technologiesAbility to mentor/guide others to perform troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, solution development, and implementation within specific technology areasSkilled in expert partnering, negotiation, and communication in working with Business Customers and Technology supportExpert knowledge of software development methodologies, practices, concepts, and technologies obtained through formal training and or work experienceAbility to prioritize effectively and take on multiple concurrent assignments, whether administrative or project related, while maintaining a successful level of completion in all responsible self-work and/or the work of othersAbility to develop, present, and effectively communicate complex ideas and strategies in both technical and user-friendly language to a variety of audiencesAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based, Customer service-oriented environment with a high regard for hospitalitySkilled in troubleshooting, analyzing and resolving network traffic and issuesAdvanced level experience, seasoned and specialized knowledge in Industry-related experience as a Senior Network EngineerDesigning and deploying in large enterprise networksNetwork hardware/platforms (Cisco IOS, Cisco NXOS)Communication protocols (TCP/IP) and routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF)WAN connectivity (e.g., MPLS, SDWAN)Network diagnostic, monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark)Ability to perform work duties from limited space work station/desk/office area for extended periods of timeAbility to communicate and interact with others in the English language to meet the demands of the jobAbility to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the jobMust maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be able to travel and/or attend Company and non-Company facilities and remote locations such as remote-based offices as necessaryExperience configuring and supporting Aruba SD‑WAN solutionsWorking knowledge of Cisco switching and routing technologiesBenefitsFor eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment.Company OverviewSouthwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) continues to differentiate itself from other carriers with exemplary Customer Service delivered . It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.southwest.com/.