Senior Network Engineer

Jolera is a global technology powerhouse, one of the fastest-growing Global Systems Integrators (GSI) and Managed Security/Service Providers (MSP/MSSP) in the world. With 650+ experts across 15 countries, we deliver secure, scalable, and intelligent solutions that help organizations modernize, protect, and accelerate their business. Our clients span enterprise, mid-market, and channel partners across North America and Europe. We specialize in complex transformation work across cloud, infrastructure, networking, cybersecurity, and AI-enabled operations. If you’re passionate about solving difficult technical challenges, leading migrations at scale, and working directly with enterprise customers, you’ll feel at home here. Role Overview You are a senior, hands-on network engineer with deep experience across Cisco, Meraki, Check Point, SD-WAN, and enterprise routing/switching. You are comfortable operating in complex, multi-site, multi-vendor environments where accuracy and speed matter. You can: - Architect, implement, troubleshoot, and document solutions - Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams - Own deployments end-to-end - Analyze logs, interpret packet captures, and build rules based on findings - Create diagrams, automate repetitive tasks, and work with global delivery teams - Thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting enterprise customers What You Will Do - Lead end-to-end deployments and configurations of Meraki SD-WAN and Cisco SD-WAN architectures. - Design and implement secure enterprise networks, including routing, switching, wireless, segmentation, and firewall integrations. - Architect, configure, and troubleshoot: - BGP, OSPF, VRFs, routing policy design - Cisco ISE (NAC, profiling, posture, 802.1X) - Cisco WLAN (controllers, APs, RF design, optimization) - Check Point firewalls (rules, NAT, VPN, troubleshooting) - Meraki networks (MX, MS, MR, SD-WAN, dashboard automation) - Analyze traffic flows using packet captures, Wireshark, and firewall logs to identify issues and create/adjust firewall rules. - Build detailed network diagrams, topology maps, runbooks, and technical documentation using Visio or Lucidchart. - Perform advanced troubleshooting across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, SD-WAN, and hybrid cloud environments. - Collaborate with Senior/Lead Architects on design validation and architectural governance. - Participate in customer workshops and planning sessions, articulating technical decisions and trade-offs. - Provide escalation support during major incidents, critical cutovers, and high-impact projects. - Ensure best practices, standardized configurations, and security frameworks are consistently applied. Automation & Scripting - Develop scripts (Python, PowerShell, or Ansible) to automate configuration, audits, and deployment tasks. - Contribute to reusable configuration templates, automated workflows, and network-as-code initiatives. - Assist in implementing CI/CD-style approaches for network configuration management. Leadership & Collaboration - Work closely with PMs, engineers, and security teams to ensure seamless project delivery. - Mentor intermediate engineers and participate in technical design reviews. - Evaluate emerging networking technologies and contribute to Jolera’s strategic roadmap. Must-Have Technical Expertise - Meraki SD-WAN – Multi-site deployments, templates, policy configuration, routing integration. - Cisco Networking – Catalyst, Nexus, ISR/ASR, enterprise WLAN, Cisco ISE. - Routing & Switching:BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VRFs, LACP, VLANs, STP, QoS - Firewalls: - Check Point (strong hands-on) - Meraki MX (advanced) - Fortigate/Palo Alto exposure (nice to have) - Tools & Automation: - Visio, Lucidchart - Wireshark, packet capture analysis - Python, Ansible, YAML templates - Automation-focused mindset - Diagnostic Expertise: - Log analysis - Firewall rule evaluation - Packet analysis - Root-cause troubleshooting Experience & Soft Skills - 7–12+ years of hands-on network engineering in enterprise or MSP/GSI environments. - Strong customer-facing communication skills; able to explain concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Ability to work independently and handle multiple concurrent high-priority tasks. - Exceptional documentation skills and attention to detail. - Comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with tight timelines. Certifications - CCNP (preferred), CCNA (required) - Cisco SD-WAN specialist certification (highly valued) - Check Point CCSA/CCSE (asset) - Meraki CMNA/CMNP (asset) What We Offer - Remote role with global exposure. - Competitive compensation and benefits. - Ability to work on cutting-edge global enterprise projects across multiple industries. - Opportunities to develop into Architecture and Lead-level roles. - Work culture that values innovation, speed, creativity, and technical mastery. Please send me your CV to Poderá encontrar o anúncio original publicado em: https://www.itjobs.pt/oferta/507964/senior-network-engineer