[Remote] Senior Network Engineer, Axon 911
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Axon is dedicated to improving public safety and justice through innovative technology. They are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead network projects, ensuring the highest level of service for emergency call centers and first responders. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining complex network solutions to support critical services.ResponsibilitiesLead network projects, including network establishment, upgrades, expansions, and migrationsConfigure and maintain Fortinet Firewalls, Cisco switches, and routers, among other networking equipment and ensure network security by implementing best practices and conducting regular security auditsMonitor network performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability and perform production system upgrades, as well as debug sessions independently in a mission-critical live systemThrive in a high-activity/fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities and resolve complex problems independently, leveraging data analytics and troubleshooting skillsCollaborate with vendors and service providers to build and resolve network-related challengesPerform network infrastructure deployments leveraging IaC tools and pipelinesProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior network engineersSkillsMinimum of 10 years of experience as a network engineer or equivalent in critical service industries with a focus on designing and implementing complex network solutionsStrong experience with AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Ingress/Egress architectures, Route 53In-depth knowledge of planning, designing, implementing, and operating an Enterprise IT network environment and data center networkHands-on configuration and operational knowledge of Fortinet Firewalls, SD-WAN infrastructure, Cisco switches, and routersStrong experience troubleshooting private and public transport connectivity with a keen ability to identify issues affecting production systemsStrong knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, VLANs, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, and DNSExperience building and designing rack/cabinet/cage construction for highly available and resilient network infrastructureProven expertise in SD-WAN planning, design, implementation, and operations encompassing multi-site deploymentsKnowledge and experience in network monitoring and optimization tools. Ability to quickly identify issues affecting voice and video qualityAbility to debug production systems and perform deep-level packet capture analysis independently in mission-critical systemsComfortable working with data analytics and resolving complex problems independentlySolid understanding of network security principles and best practicesAbility to thrive in a high-activity/fast-paced environment, handling ambiguity and shifting prioritiesExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersWorking experience with IaC tools including Terragrunt, Terraform, Ansible, or PythonWorking experience with Git and DevOps tools including Visual Studio Code, BitBucket, Jenkins, GitLab, or equivalentsBenefitsCompetitive salary and 401k with employer matchDiscretionary paid time offPaid parental leave for allMedical, Dental, Vision plansFitness ProgramsEmotional & Mental Wellness supportLearning & Development programsEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs)And yes, we have snacks in our officesBase salary, a generous annual bonus, and company equityCompany OverviewAxon provides electronic control devices to law enforcement and corrections agencies. It was founded in 1993, and is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.axon.com.Company H1B SponsorshipAxon has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2026, 3 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 7 in 2023, 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.