Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer

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Role Summary

Are you passionate about shaping the future of network systems and automation in a global enterprise? We are seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to join our Network Systems & Automation team. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation in network architecture, modernize infrastructure management through automation, and lead the evolution of our global enterprise network.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize critical network infrastructure while leveraging automation frameworks to ensure efficiency and scalability. If you are looking to enhance your career by leading impactful projects in a collaborative environment, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

The Lead Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for driving the design, implementation, and support of advanced network systems and automation solutions. The role encompasses technical leadership, collaboration across teams, and hands-on engineering to address complex infrastructure challenges.

• Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN, routing, switching, load balancing, firewalls, and network virtualization (e.g., VMware NSX).
• Lead the adoption of automation frameworks such as Ansible, Terraform, and event-driven solutions (e.g., Event-Driven Ansible).
• Develop and implement strategies for infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and driving best practices in network engineering.
• Optimize and manage Cisco infrastructure tools (Catalyst Center, Nexus Dashboard, APIC).
• Guide strategic initiatives to evolve network architecture and automation capabilities.

Qualifications

Required:

Network Engineering and Architecture Expertise

• Advanced understanding of network infrastructure (LAN/WAN, routing, switching, load balancing, firewalls).
• Expertise in network routing and protocols in global corporate enterprises (Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Dynamic Routing, VPN technologies, SD-WAN).
• Strong knowledge of networks virtualization (VMware NSX).

Automation and Orchestration Skills

• Experience with modern Cisco infrastructure management and control systems, such as: Catalyst Center (formerly DNA Center), Nexus Dashboard (formerly DCNM), Application Policy Infrastructure Controller (APIC).
• Experience with infrastructure automation frameworks (Ansible, Terraform, etc.).
• Proficiency in event-driven automation and rule-based systems (e.g., Event-Driven Ansible).
• Familiarity with orchestration tools and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.

Technical Leadership and Collaboration

• Demonstrated expertise in technical leadership, driving the adoption of automation and network engineering best practices.
• Proven ability to guide cross-functional teams on technical initiatives, fostering collaboration with key stakeholders (e.g., ServiceNow integration, CloudOps).
• Strong strategic thinking skills to develop and implement roadmaps for automation and network infrastructure evolution.

Scripting and Programming

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Experience with automation development and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) for network services.

Preferred:

Monitoring and Automation Intervention

• Expertise in network monitoring tools (Splunk, OpenSearch, Grafana, Solar Winds, CA Spectrum).
• Experience with event or state driven automation to create self-healing infrastructure (such as Event Driven Ansible).

Cloud and Hybrid Infrastructure Management

• Understanding of cloud networking solutions (AWS, Azure).
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and multi-region failover strategies.

Wireless Network Infrastructure

• Familiarity with wireless architecture in large global enterprises and support for troubleshooting and resolving issues with Wi-Fi infrastructure.

Security and Compliance

• Knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, and governance.
• Experience implementing security best practices for network infrastructure automation.
• Experience with network segmentation and infrastructure protection (Illumio, Cisco TrustSec, VMware NSX Firewall).

Project Execution and Vendor Management

• Solid track record of leading complex infrastructure projects, with a focus on integrating cutting-edge technology solutions.
• Hands-on experience in vendor management, particularly in evaluating, selecting, and managing network hardware and software providers to optimize performance and cost-efficiency.

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to three days per week from home.

Base salary ranges:

$146,000.00 – $248,000.00 for the location of: California, New York

$128,000.00 – $219,500.00 for the location of: Washington, D.C

$116,500.00 – $199,000.00 for the location of: Colorado, Maryland, Washington and all other US locations

Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role. Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Benefits

We value your goals and needs, at work and in life. As an associate, you’ll be supported with resources, benefits, and work-life balance so you can thrive in ways that matter to you. 

Featured employee benefits to enrich your life:

• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus eligibility
• A generous retirement plan
• Hybrid work schedule
• Health and wellness benefits, including online therapy
• Paid time off for vacation, illness, medical appointments, and volunteering days
• Family care resources, including fertility and adoption benefits

Learn more about our benefits. 

Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.

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