Senior Network Engineering Manager Dallas, TX 75243 (5 Days Onsite Role) Full-Time Permanent Role About the Role As the leader of the Network Engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our data center and enterprise transformation strategy. In this position, you will lead a team of senior engineers responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the strategy for all components of our enterprise and data center networks. We are seeking a dynamic leader with: • Deep technical expertise in network engineering and architecture. • Proven strategic thinking to align technology initiatives with business objectives. • Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a high-performing team. • Passion for driving results and delivering innovative solutions. This is a highly visible role that requires both hands-on technical knowledge and the ability to influence and execute long-term transformation initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and mentor a team of senior network engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. • Develop and execute the enterprise and data center network strategy aligned with organizational goals and transformation initiatives. • Architect and oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of network infrastructure to ensure scalability, security, and high availability. • Drive modernization efforts, including migration to next-generation technologies and cloud integration. • Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, security, and business stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions. • Manage vendor relationships and evaluate emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security policies. • Champion innovation by identifying opportunities to enhance network efficiency and resilience. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. • 8+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role. Preferred Qualifications: • Deep expertise in data center networking technologies, including spine-leaf architectures, VXLAN, EVPN, and SDN. • Comprehensive understanding of network security principles, including: o Network segmentation and microsegmentation strategies. o Zero Trust architectures and secure access controls. o Integration of security policies into network design. • Experience with critical network systems and services, such as: o DNS/DHCP/IPAM platforms (e.g., Infoblox). o Load balancers (e.g., F5, Citrix, or equivalent). o Network monitoring and performance tools. • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives. • Familiarity with cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures. • Hands-on experience with Arista Networks platforms, including EOS, CloudVision, and automation frameworks. • Strong knowledge of next-generation networking technologies, such as: o Network automation and orchestration (Python, Ansible, Terraform). o Software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization. o High-performance routing and switching for large-scale environments. • Industry certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, Arista ACE, or equivalent.