Network Engineer – Automation; L2​/L3

Position: Network Engineer – Automation (L2/L3)
Job Summary

Our client, a leading enterprise technology provider, is seeking an Advisor, IT Network Development to join their team, based 100% onsite in Apex, NC. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing enterprise network infrastructure while driving automation initiatives to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability, with a strong focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching technologies and network automation across data center and campus environments.

Core

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, with a focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching technologies
• Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Manage and optimize network performance, availability, and security across data center and campus environments
• Automate routine network operations using scripting and orchestration tools
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and deployment efforts
• Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures, and participate in change management and incident response initiatives

Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves)

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of network engineering experience
• Strong expertise in Layer 2/Layer 3 switching (VLANs, VRRP, MC-LAG, STP, VTP, Port Channel, and routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP)
• Network design and troubleshooting experience in enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience with network automation tools, including demonstrated proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting/automation frameworks
• Experience with REST APIs and network programmability concepts
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security fundamentals

Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves)

• Familiarity with major networking platforms (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Arista, Juniper)
• Experience conducting vulnerability and security risk assessments of network assets
• Experience supporting global unified communications infrastructure
• Experience with capacity planning and data center server/storage installations
• Experience leading smaller or less complex projects, including project plans, budgets, and schedules
• Strong analytical and complex issue resolution skills
• Collaborative approach, readily sharing information with engineering and architecture teams
• Customer-focused mindset, taking ownership of customer situations
• Clear communication with leadership, customers, and peers on network health and enhancements
• Sound decision-making on operating procedures, analytical approaches, and workflow
• Location:
  
  Apex, NC
• 100% Onsite
• Pay Range:
  The approximate pay range for this position is between $38.00 and $55.00 per hour. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

About Kelly Mitchell

At Kelly Mitchell, our culture is world class. We're movers and shakers! We don't mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges.

As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.