Senior Network Engineer
United States
Job Description
Senior Network Engineer
Somerset, New Jersey

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • SD-WAN & Network Management: Design, configure, and manage SD-WAN (Viptela, Silver Peak) and LAN/WAN infrastructure.
  • Troubleshooting & Support: Monitor and resolve LAN/WAN/VPN issues, including IPSEC, NAT, PAT, and GRE tunnels.
  • Carrier Coordination: Manage WAN links, coordinating with internet service providers to resolve link issues.
  • Network Security: Implement and maintain network security policies, including firewall configurations.
  • Documentation: Create and update network architecture, high-level/low-level design (HLD/LLD) documents.
  • Project Deployment: Lead network migration, upgrades, and optimization projects. 

 

Skill Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Technical Skills: Deep understanding of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, QoS, VLAN, TCP/IP) and SD-WAN technologies.
  • Hardware Knowledge: Hands-on experience with Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Experience: 3–7+ years in network support/engineering roles.
  • Tools: Proficiency in network monitoring tools (e.g., ITSM Remedy).
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
  • Certifications: CCNP or CCIE preferred. 

 

Other Requirements

1. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Juniper Networks Certified Specialist (JNCIS) certification required.
2. ITIL Foundation certification is optional but valuable
Maximum Salary (US):  122000
Minimum Salary (US):  116000
Information at a Glance

Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.