This role requires a skilled and experienced WAN Network Engineer to support the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of global enterprise network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in MPLS WAN, SD-WAN, Core Networking, IPSec VPN, and Network Infrastructure Management.

Responsibilities

- Meet with customers and carriers for technical requirement and design reviews
- Partner with carriers to plan and execute changes for new, migrated, or decommissioned connectivity on Global Carrier-Managed MPLS WAN
- Perform changes on Global SD-WAN network
- Perform changes on core network infrastructure
- Perform changes on IPSec Internet VPN platforms
- Perform code upgrades and hardware asset refreshes on Network Infrastructure
- Potential for performing changes on Load Balancers
- Potential to assist on global network design projects

Qualifications

- 5+ years of experience deploying and supporting medium-to-large scale WAN and LAN networks.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, or significant experience
- Strong experience and knowledge of Cisco routing and switching platforms. Experience with Arista is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of IP and associated protocols such as TCP, UDP, and ICMP.
- Working knowledge of BGP and OSPF routing protocols.
- Working knowledge of switching technologies and platform features, such as Spanning Tree, Port Channels, VPC/MLAGs.
- General understanding of Security and Encryption concepts such as firewalls, IPSEC/SSL VPNs, and certificates.
- High-level or working knowledge of SD-WAN technology.
- Strong analytical skills and proven ability in resolving availability issues.

- Good documentation skills
- Knowledge of languages and tools such as Python and Ansible are a plus.
- Experience with F5 load balancers helpful.
- Experience with Riverbed WAN Accelerators helpful.
- Certifications: CCIE preferred, CCNP/equivalent is must

At American Express,



our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a robust risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- Support for financial-well-being and retirement
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
- Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
- Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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