Network Engineer
Network Engineer
Network Engineer
Charlotte , North Carolina Contract Jan 14, 2026
Network Engineer
Location: Remote EST Hours
Duration: 1 year-contract with potential for extension
Pay: $65/hr W2 (W2 candidates only) unable to provide sponsorship
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our Retail client with over $80B in annual revenue has over 2,000 stores, across 21 US states, with over 400,000 employees. This company is a leader in sustainable retailing with a passion for delivering excellence. By driving omni channel growth, efficiency in the shopping experience and continuing to develop with new technologies; this company is growing and developing continuing success. The leadership team strives for work-life balance for all its employees, with options for overtime if desired.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team as a contractor. This role will primarily focus on the design, implementation, and support of Arista data center networking, including spine/leaf fabric, CloudVision, and ZTP/ZTX. The ideal candidate will also have working knowledge of Cisco Nexus and Cisco ACI to support hybrid environments. Strong experience in network automation and policy frameworks is essential. Additional knowledge of other networking technologies is a plus but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred Skills:
Location: Remote EST Hours
Duration: 1 year-contract with potential for extension
Pay: $65/hr W2 (W2 candidates only) unable to provide sponsorship
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our Retail client with over $80B in annual revenue has over 2,000 stores, across 21 US states, with over 400,000 employees. This company is a leader in sustainable retailing with a passion for delivering excellence. By driving omni channel growth, efficiency in the shopping experience and continuing to develop with new technologies; this company is growing and developing continuing success. The leadership team strives for work-life balance for all its employees, with options for overtime if desired.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team as a contractor. This role will primarily focus on the design, implementation, and support of Arista data center networking, including spine/leaf fabric, CloudVision, and ZTP/ZTX. The ideal candidate will also have working knowledge of Cisco Nexus and Cisco ACI to support hybrid environments. Strong experience in network automation and policy frameworks is essential. Additional knowledge of other networking technologies is a plus but not required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of Arista spine/leaf data center fabric.
- Configure and manage Arista EOS, CloudVision, and ZTP/ZTX for automated provisioning and policy enforcement.
- Support Cisco Nexus and ACI environments as needed for interoperability and migration efforts.
- Implement network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform.
- Evaluate and test network systems to identify and resolve performance issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business and technical requirements.
- Maintain documentation of network configurations, procedures, and standards.
- Monitor network performance and provide timely support for incidents and outages.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience in network engineering, preferably in a senior or lead role.
- Expert-level knowledge of Arista data center switching, including CloudVision, ZTP/ZTX, and spine/leaf architecture.
- Solid experience with Cisco Nexus and ACI platforms.
- Proficiency in network automation and scripting.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and under general supervision.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Skills:
- Certifications such as Arista ACE, CCNP, or CCIE.
- Knowledge of SDN, EVPN/VXLAN, VPN, and other advanced networking technologies.
Category Code: JN008
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