Senior Network Engineer

Phillips & Cohen Associates Ltd. • Wilmington, DE

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Network Engineer is the top-tier technical expert and architect for the Global IT Networking team. This role is responsible for the strategic vision, long-term roadmap, and overall engineering integrity of the entire global network.

Requirements

• Expert, holistic knowledge of enterprise and service provider network architectures.
• Deep understanding of future networking trends and their operational implications.
• Exceptional ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into robust, scalable technical network designs.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams through complex strategic projects.
• Industry-recognized expert certifications (e.g., Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE, or equivalent).
• Must reside in Delaware and be able to work onsite as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute high-level Proof-of-Concept (PoC) and pilot projects for emerging network technologies (e.g., SASE, Intent-Based Networking), assessing their viability and fit into the global environment.
• Conduct continuous Network Architecture Audits for security, compliance, and long-term performance risks, proposing and championing major strategic network shifts.
• Define and enforce Engineering Governance—establishing standards, design documentation requirements, and technical sign-off procedures for all global network changes.
• Define and own the multi-year architectural roadmap for the entire global network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Voice), ensuring technical alignment with the enterprise business strategy.
• Serve as the key technical consultant to IT and business leadership, translating complex networking concepts into strategic business recommendations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed