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Senior Network Design Engineer - SD, ND, MN, IA or NE

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Sanford Health

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
  • Minneapolis
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor’s in networking or related field, 5+ years of experience, and Cisco certifications preferred (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE). A valid driver's license may be required.
  • You will design, implement, and optimize multi-vendor networks, automate configurations, troubleshoot issues, mentor peers, and integrate cloud services while ensuring effective documentation and communication.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree required in networking, computer science, information systems, or related technology field.
  • One or more industry standard certifications preferred; CCNA, CCNP or CCIE Cisco certification or equivalent a strong plus.
  • Five years experience or advanced certifications in networking. Advanced knowledge of network routing and switching hardware, as well as network security equipment and best practices.
  • When applicable, may need a valid driver's license. If valid driver's license is required, must maintain a good driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Applies advanced knowledge and experience to research, recommend, design and architect complex multi-vendor data network solutions for the organization. The Senior Network Engineer performs advanced configuration and implementation of core network infrastructure systems that affect the entire organization. Develops and implements advanced network monitoring, management and troubleshooting systems and tools. Performs rapid troubleshooting and resolution of system wide issues. Leverages advanced skills to assist and mentor other team members and in support of departmental goals. Must have good communication skills both written and verbal. Experience interfacing with Executive Leadership desired. Network certifications a plus.
  • Desired work experience includes:
  • Excellent understanding of advanced tcp/ip; routing/switch/firewall
  • Skilled in utilizing container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes for network function virtualization
  • Understanding of machine learning algorithms to predict network performance and automate capacity planning
  • Ability to integrate network automation with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) for seamless cloud networking
  • Proficiency in network automation tools such as Terraform and GitOps for infrastructure as code (IaC) practices and deploy in CI/CD pipelines
  • Develop automation solutions to work with existing and new network technologies such as switches, routers, and firewalls; SDA/SDWAN/ACI/ISE
  • Ability to document a complex process, split it logically it into subtasks, and turn it into requirements for developers to implement
  • Experience automating network configuration deployment using modern scripting languages (ex. JavaScript, Python, Ansible)
  • Identify the problem to be solved—what needs to be automated and why
  • Design workflow and inventories that will serve as the foundation for building an automation solution
  • Experience with data models like: REST API, YANG/NETCONF
  • Development, configuration, implementation, and testing of multiple network platforms to streamline network operations
  • Design, deploy and maintain network systems

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Senior Network Design Engineer at Sanford Health?

The primary responsibility of a Senior Network Design Engineer at Sanford Health is to research, recommend, design, and architect complex multi-vendor data network solutions, while also performing advanced configuration and implementation of core network infrastructure systems that impact the entire organization.

What key skills are required for this position?

Key skills required for this position include advanced knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and firewalls; experience with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes; network automation tools such as Terraform and GitOps; proficiency in scripting languages like JavaScript and Python; and the ability to document complex processes and create automation solutions.

What level of experience is expected from candidates applying for this role?

Candidates are expected to have at least five years of experience in networking or advanced certifications in the field, along with advanced knowledge of network routing and switching hardware, as well as network security equipment and best practices.

Is a specific educational background required for this position?

Yes, a Bachelor’s Degree in networking, computer science, information systems, or a related technology field is required for this position.

Are any industry certifications preferred for candidates applying to this role?

Yes, while not mandatory, having one or more industry standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE Cisco certification or equivalents is strongly preferred.

What are the benefits offered to employees in this position?

Sanford Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time-off package to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Does this role require interactions with Executive Leadership?

Yes, the position requires good communication skills, both written and verbal, and experience interfacing with Executive Leadership is desired.

Will applicants need to provide a valid driver's license?

If applicable, applicants may need to possess a valid driver's license and must maintain a good driving record if required for the role.

What types of networking technologies will the Senior Network Design Engineer be working with?

The Senior Network Design Engineer will work with a variety of network technologies including switches, routers, firewalls, and advanced technologies like SDA, SDWAN, ACI, and ISE.

Is experience with cloud services relevant for this position?

Yes, the ability to integrate network automation with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, and GCP for seamless cloud networking is an important requirement for this role.

Sanford Health

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Mission & Purpose

Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S. Our organization is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we serve more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. Our integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations, and world clinics in eight countries around the globe. Learn more about our commitment to shaping the future of rural health care at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.