Senior Network Engineer, IC

Capital One

. Architect and design end-to-end connectivity systems with associated security and operational frameworks .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $209,000 - $262,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architecting and managing complex network infrastructures, with a strong focus on cloud environments, security best practices, and automation principles. Proficient in implementing observability and reliability frameworks to enhance system performance and resilience.

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Network EngineeringRouting Protocols (BGP, Link-State, Tunneling)Hybrid Cloud Environments (IaaS/PaaS)Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)Cloud Security Best Practices

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Hard Skills

Network Infrastructure DesignRouting ProtocolsNetwork Encapsulation TechnologiesPhysical Network DevicesSRE PrinciplesObservability StacksContainer Orchestration (Kubernetes)Service MeshesAI-Driven ToolingCloud Efficiency

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

TerraformAnsiblePuppetChefKubernetesOpen-Source Monitoring ToolsCloud PlatformsSD-WANSaaSNetwork Fabrics

Certifications & Qualifications

CCNP EnterpriseJNCIPAWS Advanced Networking Specialty

Industry Keywords

Network SecurityCompliance Standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001)Cloud EnvironmentsOperational FrameworksIncident Response

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSChefCloudKubernetesPuppetTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and design end-to-end connectivity systems with associated security and operational frameworks
Utilize software development practices to structure and design interactions between upstream systems and running systems, and build configuration frameworks adapted for deployment, change, and maintenance
Define and drive implementation standards across vendor platforms, cloud environments, and in-house software
Define implementation patterns for protocol frameworks across campus, WAN/SD-WAN, colocation facilities, data centers, cloud, and SaaS-fronted services
Own the architecture and lifecycle of enterprise and cloud network ecosystems across connectivity, security, and automation layers
Develop and enforce design standards and best practices for routing, security segmentation, and inter-cloud traffic flow
Lead critical incident response efforts and ensure root-cause analysis drives durable reliability improvements
Partner with Cloud, Security, and SRE teams to define cross-platform observability, telemetry, and self-healing automation
Mentor and upskill engineers across the organization on advanced networking, reliability, and automation principles

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or at least 8 years of experience in network engineering, including management of network systems
At least 8 years of experience with routing protocols (BGP, Link-State Protocols, and Tunneling Protocols)
At least 8 years of experience with network encapsulation technologies (LANS, Virtual LANs, overlay networks, and network fabrics)
At least 8 years of experience with physical network devices
At least 8 years of experience designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure
Proficient in designing, deploying, and managing complex hybrid cloud environments, including IaaS/PaaS, and cloud efficiency
Deep, practical knowledge of SRE principles and methodologies focused on system reliability, availability, and performance
Mastery of modern observability stacks and open-source monitoring tools for proactive alerting, trend analysis and capacity planning
Expertise in managing and provisioning infrastructure through code, utilizing frameworks like Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
Advanced skills in container orchestration (Kubernetes), service meshes, and the broader cloud-native ecosystem
Strong understanding of cloud security best practices, architecture patterns, and industry compliance standards (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001)
Professional certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, JNCIP or AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a focus on solving critical network issues efficiently
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders or customers
Experience collaborating across engineering domains (security, compute, storage, cloud) to deliver resilient, performant systems
Experience leveraging AI-driven tooling to automate network operations, improve network reliability and performance, or optimize network capacity and cost
Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer immigration-related support for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being