Senior Network Engineer (REMOTE)
Job title: Senior Network Engineer (REMOTE) in Boulder, CO at GEICO
Company: GEICO
Job description: Position SummaryGEICO is seeking an experienced Engineer with a passion for building high-performance, low maintenance, zero-downtime platforms, and applications. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission, while co-creating the culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.Position Description
Our Senior Engineer is a key member of the engineering staff who will innovate and build new systems, improve, and enhance existing systems as well as identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will lead the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will increase the velocity of delivering products and unlock new engineering capabilities. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining overall network infrastructure.Position Responsibilities
As a Senior Engineer, you will:· Implement, support, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, VPN, and SD-WAN· Implement network policies and security measures to protect against cyber threats and ensure compliance with industry standards· Design, deploy, and support SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability· Implement and maintain wired and wireless security measures· Configure and optimize wireless coverage, signal strength and interference levels· Configure and maintain SD-WAN edge devices, gateways, and controllers to support dynamic traffic routing, QoS, and security policies· Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to solve complex problems· Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize and ensure maximum uptime· Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams· Determine and support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, measure outcomes to ensure desired results, demonstrate adaptability, and sponsor continuous learning· Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and maintenance activities- Design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and NTP in a large enterprise environment· Create new and re-engineer existing processes, workflows, scripts, and automation to improve quality and efficiency· Understand and promote network standards, reference architectures, and frameworks; develop and maintain strategic roadmaps for network platforms and servicesQualifications· Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting SD-WAN solutions· Strong understanding of WAN technologies, including MPLS, VPN and internet circuits· Knowledge of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, VPN, and intrusion detection/prevention systems· Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting VPN technologies· Strong understanding of wireless protocols and standards· Expertise in network routing protocols, such as BGP and OSPF· Experience with Core, Distribution, Access, VPN, Firewalls and Wireless· Programming experience with at least one programming language such as GO, Java, C++, Python or C# including object-oriented design.· Experience with network technologies vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, Zscaler and Palo Alto-Hands-on experience managing and troubleshooting DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and NTP in a large enterprise environment with DDI platforms like Infoblox, BlueCat, MS DNS, or similar· Understanding of Cloud Service models: PaaS, IaaS, SaaS· Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team· Strong oral and written communication skills· Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment· One or more of the following active certifications are highly desired:- The following active certification is highly desired:- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or willingness to pursue within 12 monthsExperience· 4+ years of professional experience with Network Engineering or operations· 3+ years of experience with architecture and design· 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service· 2+ years of experience in open-source frameworksEducation· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience#LI-RP2Annual Salary $85,000.00 - $185,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.Benefits:As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
401(k) Plan
Tuition Assistance
Paid Training and Licensures
*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
Expected salary: $85000 - 185000 per year
Location: Boulder, CO
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Company: GEICO
Job description: Position SummaryGEICO is seeking an experienced Engineer with a passion for building high-performance, low maintenance, zero-downtime platforms, and applications. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission, while co-creating the culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.Position Description
Our Senior Engineer is a key member of the engineering staff who will innovate and build new systems, improve, and enhance existing systems as well as identify new opportunities to apply your knowledge to solve critical problems. You will lead the strategy and execution of a technical roadmap that will increase the velocity of delivering products and unlock new engineering capabilities. The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining overall network infrastructure.Position Responsibilities
As a Senior Engineer, you will:· Implement, support, and maintain network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, VPN, and SD-WAN· Implement network policies and security measures to protect against cyber threats and ensure compliance with industry standards· Design, deploy, and support SD-WAN solutions, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability· Implement and maintain wired and wireless security measures· Configure and optimize wireless coverage, signal strength and interference levels· Configure and maintain SD-WAN edge devices, gateways, and controllers to support dynamic traffic routing, QoS, and security policies· Collaborate with stakeholders and team members to solve complex problems· Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to minimize and ensure maximum uptime· Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams· Determine and support resource requirements, evaluate operational processes, measure outcomes to ensure desired results, demonstrate adaptability, and sponsor continuous learning· Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours support and maintenance activities- Design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and NTP in a large enterprise environment· Create new and re-engineer existing processes, workflows, scripts, and automation to improve quality and efficiency· Understand and promote network standards, reference architectures, and frameworks; develop and maintain strategic roadmaps for network platforms and servicesQualifications· Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting SD-WAN solutions· Strong understanding of WAN technologies, including MPLS, VPN and internet circuits· Knowledge of network security principles and best practices, including firewalls, VPN, and intrusion detection/prevention systems· Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting VPN technologies· Strong understanding of wireless protocols and standards· Expertise in network routing protocols, such as BGP and OSPF· Experience with Core, Distribution, Access, VPN, Firewalls and Wireless· Programming experience with at least one programming language such as GO, Java, C++, Python or C# including object-oriented design.· Experience with network technologies vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, Zscaler and Palo Alto-Hands-on experience managing and troubleshooting DNS, DHCP, IPAM, and NTP in a large enterprise environment with DDI platforms like Infoblox, BlueCat, MS DNS, or similar· Understanding of Cloud Service models: PaaS, IaaS, SaaS· Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as a part of a team· Strong oral and written communication skills· Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment· One or more of the following active certifications are highly desired:- The following active certification is highly desired:- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or willingness to pursue within 12 monthsExperience· 4+ years of professional experience with Network Engineering or operations· 3+ years of experience with architecture and design· 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service· 2+ years of experience in open-source frameworksEducation· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience#LI-RP2Annual Salary $85,000.00 - $185,000.00The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.Benefits:As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our * to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
401(k) Plan
Tuition Assistance
Paid Training and Licensures
*Benefits may be different by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
Expected salary: $85000 - 185000 per year
Location: Boulder, CO
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