Network Engineer

Paul Hastings•New York, NY

10d•$101,500 - $147,250•Onsite

About The Position

We have an opening for a Network Engineer in our New York office. The Network Engineer will contribute to our organization’s network infrastructure design, implementation, and operations. The successful candidate will work on advanced networking technologies including Wi-Fi, BGP, global WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS), ensuring robust, secure, and high-performing network services across multiple geographic locations. This role requires deep technical expertise in routing protocols, traffic prioritization (QoS), and on-premises-to-cloud connectivity, combined with strong collaboration skills to support distributed teams. The Network Engineer will drive technical innovation, optimize performance, and work with cross-functional teams to support business-critical applications and services.

Requirements

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Superior communication skills, capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences
Proven ability to collaborate on complex initiatives
Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for network configuration and management
Familiarity with zero-trust security models and network segmentation
Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2) as they relate to network infrastructure
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
6+ years of experience in network engineering
Extensive experience with advanced routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and Wi-Fi network design/optimization
Proven expertise in managing global WAN environments and SD-WAN deployments
Hands-on experience establishing on-premises-to-cloud connectivity and setting up cloud networking in Azure and/or AWS
Demonstrated success working in network teams across multiple geographic locations
Deep knowledge of routing and switching technologies (e.g., Arista, Brocade, Cisco)
Experience in SD-WAN platforms (e.g., CATO, Palo Alto, Silver Peak)
Expertise in QoS configuration and traffic engineering for enterprise networks
Familiarity with network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and protocols (e.g., IPsec, SSL)
Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Scrutinizer)

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate)
Background in working with vendor relationships with ISPs, hardware providers, or cloud service providers (preferred)

Responsibilities

Contribute to global Wide Area Network (WAN) operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance
Participate in the deployment and optimization of Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) solutions to enhance network agility and cost-efficiency
Design, implement, and maintain multiple networks connecting via advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP
Implement on-premises-to-public-cloud connectivity, including hybrid network architectures
Set up and maintain cloud networking environments in Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon AWS, including VPCs, VPNs, and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute
Ensure seamless integration of cloud-based services with enterprise network infrastructure
Implement and refine Quality of Service (QoS) policies for traffic prioritization, ensuring optimal performance for critical applications (e.g., VoIP, video, business systems)
Monitor and troubleshoot network latency, packet loss, and bandwidth utilization
Collaborate with network engineering teams across multiple geographic locations, fostering technical knowledge sharing
Support resource allocation and project execution to meet organizational goals
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
Maintain network uptime, security, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST)
Configure monitoring tools, high availability setups, and disaster recovery plans for network infrastructure
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures
Partner with IT leadership, application teams, and external vendors to align network capabilities with organizational needs
Serve as an escalation point for complex network issues and outages
Contribute to network-related projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, or SD-WAN rollouts, ensuring technical deliverables are met on time
This role may be required to participate in an on-call rotation to support incident management processes as a member of the global Network engineering team
Some (limited) non-standard hours may be required to support Network changes as part of the change management process and approved windows
Some (limited) travel may be required for team meetings or other reasons

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life/AD&D
Long Term Care
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
Lifestyle Spending Account
Voluntary 401(k) Plan
Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays per year
generous PTO Program
Paid Parental Leave
Fertility Benefits
Breast Milk Shipping
Back-up Child Care
Elder Care
Tutoring
Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
Retirement Plan Consulting
Anniversary Bonus Program
Professional Development Programs
Transportation and Commuter Benefits
International Travel Insurance
Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
Prepaid Legal Insurance
Employee Discounts