Senior Network Engineer

Network SME – Montreal, Canada

Are you passionate about building and securing large-scale networks? Join our team as a Network Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Montreal! We are looking for a highly experienced professional with a deep understanding of modern networking, especially in complex, high-security environments.

What We’re Looking For

– 10+ years of networking experience — ideally in financial services, technology vendors, or systems integrators.

– Expertise with Ethernet technologies (STP, 802.1x, VPC, Multilayer Switching, Leaf-Spine IP Fabric).

– Deep knowledge of IP routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP) and multicast (PIM, IGMP, MSDP).

– Hands-on experience with Cisco ASR, Nexus, Catalyst and Arista switches, and network operating systems (Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, NXOS, IOS-XR, Arista EOS).

– Strong background in network security concepts, multi-tier security architectures, and best practices for segmenting production and non-production networks.

– Experience with network tools such as Wireshark, Infoblox, HPNA, Splunk, Sevone.

– Familiarity with project/task management tools like JIRA, especially Agile/Kanban methods.

– Strong scripting/automation skills is a must. Able to independently develop solutions for repetitive network tasks.

– Willing to work weekends.

Nice to Have

– UNIX or Linux skills.

– CCIE or similar certifications.

– Knowledge of Wireless infra, SDN, SDWAN, DMVPN, public cloud is a plus.

– Strong grasp of security concepts (defense in depth, zero trust, least privilege, risk controls).

– Experience working on enterprise-level initiatives with senior stakeholders across multiple regions and cultures.

– Experience with Optical equipment like Adva/Ciena is a plus

– Experience with timing infra like the spectracom/meinberg is a plus.