Senior Network Engineer

Minimum requirements:

Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

• Experience with TCP/IP fundamentals and routing protocols (e.g., EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, MPLS).
• Experience in network design and implementation.
• Ability to Implement, configure and maintain firewalls (Palo Alto Networks experience preferred).
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical users.
• Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to influence, persuade, negotiate, and mentor.
• Advanced knowledge of and experience with multiple network protocols and technologies.
• Fine-tuned troubleshooting experience and skills.
• Experience programming in some subset of Python, C++, Java, or Perl is a plus

Qualifications:

10 years of experience in the design, implementation and management of data networks preferably in an academic environment. Familiarity with managing network routers, firewalls and load balancers. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and fix software, hardware, and networking issues. Proven ability to work calmly and professionally with attention to detail. Proven ability to adapt to and work well within a team environment. Demonstrated excellence in time management, planning and communication skills.
 

Certifications and Licenses:   None

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Occasionally stand/walk, kneel/crawl, and use a telephone.
• Rarely climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, grasp forcefully, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to or>40 pounds.
• Must be able to occasionally crawl into tight spaces.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.