Onsite C2C : Network Engineer – San Jose, CA

Network Engineer – Mergers & Acquisitions Team

Location: San Jose, CA (Local candidates only)

Duration: 12+ Months

Experience: 12+ years relevant experience (minimum)

Rate: $70/hr on C2C max

The Network Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and troubleshooting the expanded network infrastructure resulting from mergers and acquisitions. This role involves resolving IP space conflicts with acquisitions and ensuring convergence with Cadence standards so that acquired companies can be fully integrated into the Cadence network.

The engineer will support network performance improvements, security aspects, and overall reliability. The position requires managing both hardware and software infrastructure and collaborating with other IT professionals to support integration efforts and ensure business continuity.

• Design and deploy new network solutions (LAN/WAN, VPNs, wireless, cloud networking, SD-WAN/MPLS).
• Improve efficiency and reliability of existing networks.
• Build detailed and accurate Bills of Materials (BOM) for design components.

• Install, configure, and support network equipment including routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, proxy servers, and wireless access points.

• Monitor network performance and conduct data analysis.
• Troubleshoot outages and complex connectivity issues.
• Schedule and perform upgrades and patches to maximize uptime.

• Support network security measures including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and access controls.
• Follow established security standards and best practices.

• Create and maintain detailed documentation, network diagrams, and configuration logs.
• Ensure compliance with security and operational standards.

• Provide technical support to internal staff.
• Liaise with vendors and service providers.
• Collaborate with security, systems, and application teams on projects.

• Perform capacity planning to ensure scalability and support organizational growth.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven hands‑on network engineering or administration experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of enterprise network experience.
• Overall 12+ years of relevant experience.

• Cisco: CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE
• General:
  CompTIA Network+ or Security+
• Cloud: CCSK and/or AWS certification

• Deep understanding of networking protocols: TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, MPLS, IPsec.
• Hands‑on experience with enterprise‑grade equipment from vendors such as Cisco, Aruba, and Palo Alto.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (Wireshark, Solar Winds).
• Knowledge of cloud networking and virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools/languages (Python, Bash) is beneficial.
• Ability to strictly follow company standards in network design and configuration.

• Strong analytical and complex problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong time management and project prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• High attention to detail across technical and operational areas.
• Ability to work globally across diverse cultures and locations.