(USA) Senior Network Engineer

Position Summary...

Walmart is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to oversee the design, maintenance, and optimization of network infrastructure. This role involves monitoring network performance, resolving complex issues, and implementing enhancements to ensure high availability and reliability. The successful candidate will apply expertise in network architecture, security, and troubleshooting to support business objectives and service level agreements. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions and continuous improvement initiatives is essential. This position requires a strategic approach to network operations, maintenance planning, and risk assessment to drive operational excellence. About the Team:The Network Documentation team plays a critical role in ensuring enterprise network deployments are precisely documented, implemented, and validated against design requirements. They create detailed network maps of IDF/MDF cabinets, structured cabling, and wireless access points, providing essential references for network operations. The team supports field activities during network cutovers and resolves deployment challenges remotely. Post-installation, they analyze wireless survey data to verify coverage, performance, and compliance with design standards. Their efforts ensure each network deployment meets operational and business objectives, supporting reliable and seamless network functionality across the organization.

What you'll do...

• Monitor network performance using established metrics and KPIs to ensure adherence to service level objectives and identify areas for optimization.
• Develop and implement network maintenance plans, coordinating updates, expansions, and fault resolution to maintain system reliability.
• Analyze business and technical requirements to design and optimize network infrastructure, balancing industry standards with organizational needs.
• Lead issue resolution efforts for complex network faults, collaborating with teams to implement effective solutions and escalate when necessary.
• Guide coding and automation efforts to support network operations, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with technical standards.

What you'll bring:

• Extensive experience in network architecture, design, and security with a strong understanding of industry standards and best practices.
• Proficiency in network monitoring and alerting tools, including setting and evaluating KPIs such as availability, MTBF, and MTTR.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute network maintenance plans, troubleshoot faults, and implement effective recovery procedures.
• Skilled in requirement analysis, risk assessment, and translating business needs into technical solutions.
• Expertise in issue resolution, escalation processes, and continuous process improvement within complex network environments.
• Knowledge of coding standards and scripting for automation to support network operations and enhancements.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart. The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, electrical engineering, or related area and 3 years’ experience in large-scale networking environments or related area.Option 2: 5 years’ experience in large scale networking environments or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related area and 1 year’ experience in large scale networking environments or related area., We value candidates with a background in creating inclusive digital experiences, demonstrating knowledge in implementing Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 AA standards, assistive technologies, and integrating digital accessibility seamlessly. The ideal candidate would have knowledge of accessibility best practices and join us as we continue to create accessible products and services following Walmart’s accessibility standards and guidelines for supporting an inclusive culture.Information Technology- CISCO Certification- Certification

Primary Location...

805 Se Moberly Ln., Bentonville, AR 72712, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.