Network Engineer

Job summary

Design, build, operate, and troubleshoot enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, data center, and hybrid cloud networks. Manage network equipment, security initiatives, monitoring, automation, carrier services, upgrades, documentation, and compliance activities.

Job details

What you’ll do Design, build, and operate LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, and data center networks across our offices, sites, and cloud environments Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and VPNs (Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Aruba, or similar) Run enterprise wireless: site surveys, controller and cloud-managed APs, guest and IoT segmentation, and roaming that actually works Connect and secure hybrid cloud networks across AWS, Azure, or GCP (VPCs/VNets, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, transit gateways) Support zero-trust and SASE initiatives with security teams: segmentation, ZTNA, secure web gateways, and firewall policy Monitor performance and capacity with SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, PRTG, Splunk, or similar, and fix problems before users notice Troubleshoot outages using packet captures, flow data, and logs, then drive the root-cause fix Plan and execute upgrades, migrations, site openings, and cutovers using clear change management Automate repetitive work with Python, Ansible, or Netmiko, so config changes are repeatable and tested Manage carriers and circuits (ISPs, MPLS, broadband, LTE/5G backup), including orders, outages, and renewals Keep accurate network diagrams, IP address management (IPAM), and runbooks Support audits and compliance (PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and provincial or industry requirements) with clear documentation Find your level Level Typical experience What you’ll own Network Engineer I - 0-2 years : Monitoring, troubleshooting, routine changes, and documentation, learning our architecture with a dedicated mentor and a paid CCNA plan Network Engineer II - 2-5 years : Owning network domains (campus, WAN, wireless, or data center), leading projects and cutovers, building automation, mentoring Senior Network Engineer - 5+ years : Designing enterprise networks, setting standards, leading major initiatives and incident response, shaping the roadmap Promotion criteria are written down at every level, with regular career conversations. Many of our senior engineers started at Level I and moved on to network architecture, cloud networking, or network security. What you bring Must have Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing (OSPF, BGP), switching (VLANs, STP), DNS, DHCP, and NAT Hands-on experience from a job, co-op, college program, or serious home lab A methodical troubleshooting approach and calm under pressure during outages Clear communication in writing and on an incident bridge call Diploma or degree in Network Administration, IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. We care about what you can do, not just where you studied. Legal authorization to work in Canada (citizens, permanent residents, and valid work permit holders) Nice to have (not required) Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA/JNCIS, Network+, PCNSA, Fortinet NSE, AWS Advanced Networking, or similar Experience with Wireshark, SolarWinds, ThousandEyes, or similar monitoring tools Scripting or automation skills (Python, Ansible, Netmiko, Terraform) Familiarity with SD-WAN (Meraki, Viptela, Fortinet, Silver Peak), wireless, or data center fabrics Knowledge of network security, zero-trust, and compliance frameworks A home lab (GNS3, EVE-NG, Cisco Modeling Labs) or projects you can talk about Industry experience in [healthcare, financial services, education, retail, telecom, public sector, manufacturing, etc.] Fluency in French, an asset for roles supporting Quebec sites or bilingual teams [if applicable]

What you’ll do

Design, build, operate, and troubleshoot enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, wireless, data center, and hybrid cloud networks. Manage network equipment, security initiatives, monitoring, automation, carrier services, upgrades, documentation, and compliance activities.

Requirements

Requires a solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP, and NAT, along with hands-on networking experience and a methodical troubleshooting approach. A diploma or degree in a related field or equivalent experience is required, as is legal authorization to work in Canada; certifications, automation, and monitoring experience are assets.

Listed skills

• TCP/IP · Preferred
• OSPF · Preferred
• Switching · Preferred
• VLANs · Preferred
• DNS · Preferred
• DHCP · Preferred
• NAT · Preferred
• Network Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• TCP/IP
• Routing
• OSPF
• BGP
• Switching
• VLANs
• STP
• DNS
• DHCP
• NAT
• Network Troubleshooting
• Network Automation
• Python
• Ansible
• Network Security
• Cloud Networking

Job areas

• Technology
• Engineering
• Security & Safety

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