Manager, Network Engineering

Manager, Network Engineering, Boston, MA

We have a great opportunity for a Manager, Network Engineering. The Manager, Network Engineering will lead the network infrastructure strategy, design, and operations. The successful Manager, Network Engineering will oversee a team of network engineers, manage advanced networking technologies including Wi‑Fi, BGP, global WAN, SD‑WAN, and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS), and ensure robust, secure, and high‑performing network services across multiple geographic locations.

This role requires deep technical expertise in routing protocols, traffic prioritization (QoS), and on‑premises‑to‑cloud connectivity, combined with proven leadership skills to manage distributed teams. The Manager, Network Engineering will drive network innovation, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support business‑critical applications and services. Candidates must have Cloud Networking experience. This position is 100% Remote but can transition to hybrid or fully onsite in the future, so candidates must be local Boston, MA.

• Manage global Wide Area Network (WAN) operations, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance.
• Lead the deployment and optimization of Software‑Defined WAN (SD‑WAN) solutions to enhance network agility and cost‑efficiency.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of multiple networks connecting via advanced routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP.
• Design and manage 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/Express Route.
• 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 (e.g., VoIP, video, business systems).
• Monitor and troubleshoot network latency, packet loss, and bandwidth utilization.
• Manage a distributed team of network engineers across multiple geographic locations, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Coordinate resource allocation and project assignments to meet organizational goals.
• Provide mentorship, conduct performance reviews, and develop career growth plans for team members.
• Develop and execute a network engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives and technological advancements.
• Evaluate emerging network technologies (e.g., zero‑trust networking, 5G) and recommend adoption where beneficial.
• Ensure network uptime, security, and compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST).
• Establish monitoring tools, high‑availability configurations 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.
• Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and outages.
• Lead network‑related projects, such as infrastructure upgrades, cloud migrations, or SD‑WAN rollouts, delivering on time and within budget.

• 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).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 4‑6 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Candidates must have Cloud Networking experience.
• 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 managing network teams across multiple geographic locations.
• Knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for network configuration and…