Lead engineer network engineering

This position leads a team of AutoZoners in the development, implementation, and support of AutoZone’s existing and new networking solutions, specifically SD-WAN and Cloud. Ability to work closely with business partners to ensure that new capabilities meet the practical needs of the company and with support teams to ensure operational stability is essential.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead a team of IT professional AutoZoners, this includes assigning/monitoring work, providing feedback, coaching, counseling, and salary administration
• Manages and tracks the progress of multiple projects. Performs project management and administration that include work plans, resource planning and control and proposing annual budgets.
• Building relationship with key business partners to identify and resolve business issues.
• Evaluates and recommends hardware and software products for applicability, compatibility, financial feasibility and integration with AutoZone systems.
• Provides the Director, direct reports, customers, and outside organizations with timely, competent, professional, and accurate memos, time estimates, project plans, and status reports.
• Manages system development and support activities to meet business needs in a timely and cost-effective manner while ensuring the right things get done as per the governance process.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
• Requires 10 to 15 years’ experience based on consistently demonstrated capabilities
• In-depth and hands-on knowledge of Information Technology, solution planning, LAN, WAN, Routing, Cloud Networking and AI solutions for network operations
• Expert proficiency with the network architecture, methodology, governance, and roll-out/implementation process
• Leadership/supervisory skills
• Technical skills: Network administration, Data Center, Network Security, routing protocols, Enterprise WiFi, VoIP, Conferencing, Contact center, MPLS, SD-WAN and Enterprise WiFi. SD-WAN, AI Net-Ops and GCP experience is highly desirable
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Presentation, facilitation and writing skills
• Project management – estimating, planning, controlling, and execution

Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.

Benefits at AutoZone

AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefits guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial well-being.

All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time):

• Competitive pay
• Unrivaled company culture
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
• 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
• AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
• Opportunities for career growth

Additional Benefits for Full-Time AutoZoners:

• Paid time off
• Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
• Tuition reimbursement

Minimum age requirements may apply. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply; benefits for AutoZoners in Puerto Rico, Hawaii, or the U.S. Virgin Islands may differ. Learn more about all that AutoZone has to offer at Careers.AutoZone.com.

We proudly support Veterans, Active-duty Service Members, Reservists, National Guard and Military Families. Your experience is highly valued, and we encourage you to apply to join our team.

Online Application:

An online application is required. Click the Apply button to complete your application. For step-by-step instructions on how to apply visit careers.autozone.com/candidateresources.

AutoZone, and its subsidiary, ALLDATA are equal opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other legally protected categories.