Lead Network Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Lead Network Engineer to join our team and play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing critical network systems.

This position involves working across both cloud and on-premise environments to ensure secure and reliable connectivity while driving advancements in global network architecture.

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and manage efficient and reliable network infrastructures for cloud and on-premise environments
• Collaborate with internal teams to align network solutions with overall engineering systems and objectives
• Create and enforce advanced security measures to protect network integrity across all layers
• Design and enhance global network frameworks, including connectivity for branch offices, data centers, and cloud service providers
• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth operations
• Lead automation efforts to improve network deployment using tools like Ansible and Terraform
• Analyze network performance and implement strategies to improve throughput and reduce latency
• Handle on-call responsibilities and contribute to disaster recovery efforts to resolve incidents swiftly
• Stay informed about new technologies and industry trends to continuously improve network performance and capabilities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in network engineering
• At least one year of experience managing and leading a team of engineers
• Deep expertise in configuring and managing the Palo Alto platform, including troubleshooting and security policy development
• Strong knowledge of advanced network protocols such as BGP, EVPN, and VXLAN in large-scale environments
• Comprehensive understanding of global network infrastructures, including connectivity for branch offices and cloud service providers
• Experience with cloud networking technologies, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
• Advanced skills in automation pipelines using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or custom scripting solutions
• Solid understanding of network security practices, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems
• Proven track record of managing outages, incidents, and disaster recovery procedures
• Expertise in identifying and resolving network performance issues to enhance speed and reliability
• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written, at a B2 level or higher

We offer

• International projects with top brands
• Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
• Healthcare benefits
• Employee financial programs
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
• Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
• Global career opportunities
• Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
• EPAM Employee Groups
• Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn