The Position
At Roche, we aren’t just managing connectivity; we’re building the automated backbone of our general enterprise. We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with expert‑level routing and switching knowledge to lead the evolution of our wide‑area networks.
In this role, you won’t be performing repetitive manual configurations. Instead, you will bridge the gap between traditional WAN/SD‑WAN engineering and modern software‑defined automation, ensuring our massive‑scale infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and self‑healing.
Main Responsibilities
- Core Network Evolution: Lead the architecture and automation of the Core IP Fabric
- Network Strategy & Deployment: Own the full deployment lifecycle of global network solutions, including the installation, configuration, and strategic upgrading of network components
- Automation Engineering: Transition manual network workflows into scalable, "Infrastructure as Code" (IaC) models using modern scripting and automation frameworks
- Technical Problem Solving: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to diagnose and resolve complex network incidents, performing root‑cause analysis to prevent recurrence in high‑stakes environments
- Infrastructure Optimization: Drive continuous improvement of the core fabric by analyzing global traffic patterns and peering efficiency to ensure resilient, "always‑on" connectivity
- Vendor & Peering Management: Influence the technical roadmap for networking vendors and steer product evaluations to align with long‑term organizational strategy and global connectivity requirements
Who You Are
- Expertise in Global Routing: A master‑level understanding of global routing protocols (BGP, IS‑IS, OSPF) and core infrastructure services in large‑scale enterprise or service provider environments
- Modern Transport Mastery: Deep hands‑on experience with Segment Routing (SR‑MPLS/SRv6), MP‑BGP EVPN, and VXLAN encapsulation
- SD‑WAN Architecture: Advanced background in SD‑WAN architectures (specifically Cisco SD‑WAN) with a proven track record of managing global overlays and integrating them with legacy MPLS or internet transports
- Network Automation: Demonstrable experience in programming or scripting (e.g., Python) specifically for network automation and API integration
- Strategic Communication: Proven ability to translate complex backbone architectures into clear, actionable strategies for senior leadership and cross‑functional partners
- Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred; CCIE‑level certification (Service Provider or Enterprise) or equivalent deep industry expertise is highly desirable
What Do We Offer?
- Cutting‑Edge Tech: Work with the latest networking and automation solutions to gain hands‑on experience in managing and maintaining next‑generation IT infrastructure
- Growth Environment: A dynamic and collaborative work environment where you will have the opportunity to lead and innovate in the field of network engineering
- Innovation‑Driven Mission: Join a team dedicated to driving innovation and building the future of automated networking.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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