Senior Cloud Network Engineer

M&T Bank•Buffalo, NY

1d•$97,100 - $161,800•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Cloud Network Engineer designs, implements, automates, optimizes, and supports cloud and hybrid networking solutions across public cloud environments. The role works with Microsoft Azure, AWS, and multi-cloud networking platforms such as Aviatrix to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available connectivity. It partners with Technology leadership, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to meet current and future business requirements. The position is based at the Seneca One location in Buffalo, New York, and requires four days onsite each week, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week. The engineer supports architecture and implementation work, operational troubleshooting, security and compliance initiatives, documentation, vendor engagements, and capacity and disaster-recovery planning. The role also mentors less experienced engineers and helps ensure solutions follow company controls and relevant industry standards.

Requirements

Combined minimum of 6 years of higher education and/or work experience in systems engineering, network engineering, cloud infrastructure, architecture, or related technical disciplines.
At least 3 years of professional experience supporting, implementing, and optimizing cloud networking or hybrid networking environments in a complex enterprise environment.
Experience designing, deploying, and managing public cloud networking services in Microsoft Azure, AWS, or similar cloud platforms.
Experience implementing and maintaining hybrid networking solutions using VPNs, dedicated private connectivity, and cloud-native networking technologies.
Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code technologies, including Terraform.
Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, DNS, VPN technologies, NAT, load balancing, and network security principles.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, or similar cloud networking certifications.
Experience with multi-cloud networking platforms such as Aviatrix.
Experience with cloud-native automation technologies including Azure Resource Manager, AWS CloudFormation, and/or Ansible.
Advanced technical skills supporting cloud networking, hybrid networking, and infrastructure automation.
Advanced analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Strong expertise in cloud-native networking technologies, including virtual networks, cloud firewalls, VPN gateways, dedicated connectivity solutions, and load balancing services.
Ability to analyze network packet captures and troubleshoot complex connectivity and performance issues using tools such as Wireshark.
Ability to translate complex business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and supportable networking solutions.
Advanced knowledge of cloud security controls, governance models, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
Ability to solicit, gather, document, and analyze technical requirements from diverse stakeholders.
Strong understanding of interactions between cloud networking technologies and enterprise infrastructure, security services, and application platforms.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Effective influencing and collaboration skills.
Process-oriented approach and strong organizational skills.
Logical thinking and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Adaptability and ability to learn new technologies in a rapidly evolving cloud environment.

Responsibilities

Work with Technology management, senior engineers, Scrum Masters, and support teams to design, implement, and manage cloud networking solutions.
Gather connectivity, security, networking, and infrastructure requirements from clients and stakeholders and translate them into cloud-based solutions.
Design, deploy, and optimize cloud networking architectures, including virtual networks, subnets, load balancers, DNS services, VPN gateways, and hybrid connectivity.
Configure and manage cloud-native network security controls, including Network Security Groups, cloud firewalls, and DDoS protection services.
Implement, maintain, and optimize multi-cloud networking using platforms such as Aviatrix.
Automate cloud network provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management with Infrastructure-as-Code technologies, including Terraform.
Participate in infrastructure reviews, architecture design, implementation planning, testing, migrations, upgrades, and operational support.
Troubleshoot network incidents and performance issues using monitoring platforms, logs, packet captures, and diagnostic tools such as Wireshark.
Develop and maintain network diagrams, configuration standards, operational procedures, architectural designs, and support documentation.
Coordinate vendor interactions and support engagements to resolve technical issues and support projects.
Monitor network traffic, system performance, and security alerts to identify and mitigate risks, threats, and service disruptions.
Integrate cloud networking with enterprise infrastructure, security platforms, and application environments.
Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery testing, compliance initiatives, and operational readiness activities.
Mentor and coach less experienced engineers and technical staff; review designs, documentation, and proposed changes for adherence to standards and best practices.
Follow and promote cloud networking standards and security frameworks, including NIST, CIS Benchmarks, and FFIEC guidance.
Maintain knowledge of cloud provider networking services, vendor technologies, and evolving cloud networking trends.
Adhere to company risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls; identify risk-related issues requiring escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit findings and remediation activities.
Complete other related duties as assigned.