Senior network/operations - network engineer

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Network/Operations - Network Engineer based in the United States.

The Senior Network/Operations - Network Engineer will support the operation and reliability of a large-scale global network environment, ensuring strong connectivity, performance, and operational stability. This remote contract role focuses on day-to-day network operations, performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and the implementation of network changes. The successful candidate will help maintain efficient support processes by managing tickets through resolution and coordinating technical activities across teams. A strong understanding of automation, observability platforms, and security principles will be essential to supporting a secure and resilient network infrastructure. The role also involves contributing to agile ceremonies through technical demonstrations and presentations. This opportunity is well suited to a technically minded professional who embraces new technologies and prioritizes security, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Accountabilities

• Manage and operate daily network activities within a large-scale global network environment.
• Monitor network performance, identify potential issues, and troubleshoot connectivity problems to maintain reliable network operations.
• Create, update, and manage support tickets, ensuring issues are tracked and followed through to resolution.
• Plan, implement, and manage network changes in accordance with operational requirements.
• Lead technical demonstrations and deliver presentations during agile ceremonies to communicate progress, changes, and relevant technical information.
• Apply automation tools, observability platforms, and security solutions to support network operations and improve visibility.
• Maintain a security-first approach when performing network operations, troubleshooting issues, and implementing changes.
• Adapt to new technologies and contribute to the ongoing effectiveness of network operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in software engineering, DevOps, or a related technical area.
• Experience or familiarity with automation tools, observability platforms, and security principles.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to monitor network performance and resolve connectivity issues.
• Ability to manage support tickets effectively and follow issues through to resolution.
• Comfort adopting new technologies and working in a dynamic technical environment.
• A security-first mindset and commitment to maintaining reliable, secure network operations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to lead demonstrations and participate effectively in agile ceremonies.

Benefits

Hourly compensation: $75–$85 per hour.

Work arrangement: Remote contract position.

Location associated with the role: McLean, Virginia, United States.

Additional benefits may be available; however, specific offerings such as healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks were not detailed in the provided job description.