**Job Title:** Remote Remote Network Engineer jobs **Location:** Remote — based in San Antonio, Texas --- ### About the Role We are seeking a proactive, results‑driven Network Engineer to join our fast‑growing, fully remote infrastructure team. In this role you will design, implement, and maintain enterprise‑grade networking solutions that keep our global customer base connected 24/7. Reporting directly to the Director of Cloud Operations, you will act as a systems network specialist, partnering with security, cloud, and product engineers to translate business requirements into resilient, scalable network architectures. Your work will have immediate impact on service uptime, latency, and overall user experience for thousands of clients across North America, with a particular focus on supporting our expanding footprint in San Antonio, Texas. --- ### Key Responsibilities - **Architect & Deploy** end‑to‑end network solutions (VPN, MPLS, SD‑WAN) using Cisco IOS, Juniper JunOS, and AWS VPC, delivering at least three major rollout projects per quarter. - **Automate** routine configurations and change‑control processes with Ansible and Terraform, cutting manual provisioning time by 40 % on average. - **Monitor & Troubleshoot** network health across 150+ sites using SolarWinds and Nagios; achieve a mean‑time‑to‑resolution (MTTR) of ≤ 30 minutes for critical incidents. - **Perform Capacity Planning** and performance tuning for Azure networking and on‑prem data‑center fabrics, ensuring 99.9 % availability for all services. - **Maintain Documentation** in NetBox and Confluence, keeping topology diagrams and change logs current within 24 hours of any modification. - **Collaborate** with the security team to enforce zero‑trust policies, manage firewall rule sets, and conduct regular penetration‑test reviews. - **Lead** bi‑weekly design reviews via Zoom, presenting proof‑of‑concepts and gathering cross‑functional feedback from product, dev‑ops, and support leads. - **Participate** in on‑call rotation (30‑day cycles) providing tier‑2 network support, with a 90‑day on‑call training plan to ensure seamless hand‑offs. - **Evaluate & Recommend** emerging networking technologies (e.g., SD‑N controllers, eBPF) and produce ROI analyses for senior leadership. - **Mentor** junior engineers and interns, conducting monthly knowledge‑share sessions and code‑review workshops. --- ### Required Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field **or** equivalent hands‑on experience. 2. **3–5 years** of professional experience as an IT engineer or network engineer, with a focus on remote networking environments. 3. Demonstrated mastery of Cisco IOS and Juniper JunOS command‑line interfaces; Cisco CCNP or Juniper JNCIP certification **required**. 4. Proficiency with **Ansible**, **Terraform**, and scripting languages (Python or Bash) for automation tasks. 5. Experience designing and managing cloud networking in **AWS VPC** and **Azure** (subnetting, route tables, security groups). 6. Strong diagnostic skills using **Wireshark**, **SolarWinds**, and **Nagios** to isolate and resolve latency or packet‑loss issues. 7. Ability to work asynchronously across time zones, with **85 %** of meetings conducted via Slack or email, and the remaining 15 % in live video calls. 8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be able to produce clear documentation in English for a global audience. --- ### Preferred Qualifications - **Cisco CCIE** or **Juniper JNCIE** certification (advanced). - Hands‑on experience with **SD‑WAN** orchestration platforms (e.g., VeloCloud, Cisco Meraki). - Prior work in a fully remote, distributed team supporting customers in regulated industries (finance, healthcare). - Demonstrated leadership in a DevOps or SRE environment, including familiarity with **GitHub Actions** or **Jenkins** pipelines. - Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code security tooling (e.g., Checkov, Terrascan). - Exposure to **BGP**, **OSPF**, and MPLS routing protocols in multi‑site deployments. --- ### Compensation & Benefits - **Salary:** $110,000 – $150,000 annually, commensurate with experience and certifications. - **Health & Wellness:** Medical, dental, vision, and a $1,200 yearly wellness stipend. - **Retirement:** 401(k) with 4 % company match. - **Remote Stipends:** $300/month internet reimbursement, $200/month home‑office equipment allowance (available to employees residing in San Antonio, Texas). - **Paid Time Off:** 20 days vacation + 10 public holidays, plus sick leave and mental‑health days. - **Professional Development:** $2,500 annual learning budget, covering certifications, conferences, and online courses. - **Equipment:** Company‑provided laptop, dual‑monitor setup, and optional ergonomic accessories shipped to your home office in San Antonio, Texas. --- ### Work Setup - **Time Zones:** We operate on a flexible schedule, but core collaboration hours are 12 PM – 4 PM Pacific Time, which aligns well for our team members in San Antonio, Texas. - **Meeting Cadence:** Daily stand‑ups (15 min) on Slack huddles, weekly sprint retro on Zoom, and monthly all‑hands town hall. - **Connectivity:** Minimum 25 Mbps symmetric broadband; quarterly bandwidth testing required. - **Hardware/Software:** Company‑issued MacBook Pro or Dell XPS, VPN client, and access to our internal JIRA, Confluence, and ServiceNow portals. - **Collaboration Platforms:** Slack for async chat, Zoom for video, Miro for diagramming, and GitHub for code repositories. --- ### Growth - **Career Path:** After 12–18 months, you can advance to Senior Network Engineer, then to Network Architecture Lead, and eventually to Director of Network Services. - **Mentoring:** Pair‑programming sessions with senior architects, quarterly performance reviews, and individualized development plans. - **Learning Budget:** $2,500 per year for certifications (e.g., CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking) or specialty courses. - **Performance Cycles:** Four‑quarterly OKR reviews linked to measurable outcomes such as network uptime, automation coverage, and cost‑optimization. --- ### How to Apply Please submit the following to our applicant portal: 1. An up‑to‑date resume highlighting relevant network engineering experience and certifications. 2. A concise cover letter (max 300 words) explaining why you’re excited to work remotely from San Antonio, Texas and how your background aligns with the role. 3. (Optional) Links to any public portfolios, GitHub repositories, or technical blogs. **Timeline:** Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect an initial response within 5 business days. The interview process consists of: - **Screening Call (30 min):** Recruiter to discuss background and cultural fit. - **Technical Interview (90 min):** Live network design exercise and troubleshooting scenarios via Zoom. - **Team Interview (60 min):** Meet the engineering squad, discuss collaboration style, and review past projects. - **Final Interview (45 min):** Conversation with the Director of Cloud Operations and HR leadership. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. --- *Ready to shape the future of remote networking from San Antonio, Texas?* Apply today and join a team where ingenuity, autonomy, and impact are celebrated every day.
