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About the Role

The Network Engineer will contribute to our organization’s network infrastructure design, implementation, and operations. This role involves working on advanced networking technologies including Wi-Fi, BGP, global WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS), ensuring robust, secure, and high-performing network services across multiple geographic locations. The successful candidate will drive technical innovation, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business-critical applications and services.

Responsibilities

Contribute to global Wide Area Network (WAN) operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.
Participate in the deployment and optimization of Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN) solutions to enhance network agility and cost-efficiency.
Design, implement, and maintain multiple networks connecting via advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP.
Implement on-premises-to-public-cloud connectivity, including hybrid network architectures.
Set up and maintain cloud networking environments in Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon AWS, including VPCs, VPNs, and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute.
Ensure seamless integration of cloud-based services with enterprise network infrastructure.
Implement and refine Quality of Service (QoS) policies for traffic prioritization, ensuring optimal performance for critical applications.
Monitor and troubleshoot network latency, packet loss, and bandwidth utilization.
Collaborate with network engineering teams across multiple geographic locations, fostering technical knowledge sharing.
Support resource allocation and project execution to meet organizational goals.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Maintain network uptime, security, and compliance with industry standards.
Configure monitoring tools, high availability setups, and disaster recovery plans for network infrastructure.
Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.
Partner with IT leadership, application teams, and external vendors to align network capabilities with organizational needs.
Serve as an escalation point for complex network issues and outages.
Contribute to network-related projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, or SD-WAN rollouts, ensuring technical deliverables are met on time.
Participate in an on-call rotation to support incident management processes.
Perform limited non-standard hours to support Network changes during approved windows.
Perform limited travel for team meetings or other reasons.

Requirements

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Superior communication skills, capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences.
Proven ability to collaborate on complex initiatives.
Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for network configuration and management.
Familiarity with zero-trust security models and network segmentation.
Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2) as they relate to network infrastructure.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Relevant certifications preferred (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate).
6+ years of experience in network engineering.
Extensive experience with advanced routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and Wi-Fi network design/optimization.
Proven expertise in managing global WAN environments and SD-WAN deployments.
Hands-on experience establishing on-premises-to-cloud connectivity and setting up cloud networking in Azure and/or AWS.
Demonstrated success working in network teams across multiple geographic locations.
Deep knowledge of routing and switching technologies (e.g., Arista, Brocade, Cisco).
Experience in SD-WAN platforms (e.g., CATO, Palo Alto, Silver Peak).
Expertise in QoS configuration and traffic engineering for enterprise networks.
Familiarity with network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and protocols (e.g., IPsec, SSL).
Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Scrutinizer).
Background in working with vendor relationships with ISPs, hardware providers, or cloud service providers (preferred).

Skills

Wi-Fi
BGP
Global WAN
SD-WAN
Cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS)
Routing protocols
Traffic prioritization (QoS)
On-premises-to-cloud connectivity
Automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python)
Zero-trust security models
Network segmentation
Compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2)
OSPF
EIGRP
Microsoft Azure
Amazon AWS
VPCs
VPNs
Direct Connect/ExpressRoute
VoIP
Video
Business systems
ISO 27001
NIST
Arista
Brocade
Cisco
CATO
Palo Alto
Silver Peak
IPsec
SSL
SolarWinds
Wireshark
Scrutinizer

Location

New York

Work Type

Regular

Experience Level

6+ years of experience in network engineering

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Salary/Compensations

$101,500 - $147,250 annually

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
Lifestyle Spending Account
Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
Retirement Plan Consulting
Anniversary Bonus Program
Professional Development Programs
Transportation and Commuter Benefits
International Travel Insurance
Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
Prepaid Legal Insurance
Employee Discounts

About the Company

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies.
With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us.
As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.
The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity.
We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion.

Equal Opportunity

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer.
Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance.