Network Engineer II

Overview

The Cloud Network Engineer II is a key member of the Cloud Networking team, responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud networking solutions across AvidXchange’s multi-cloud environments, including PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS applications. This role focuses on ensuring security, reliability, and operational efficiency, while driving automation and modernization initiatives. The ideal candidate is a proactive, technically skilled engineer with experience in cloud networking, security best practices, and multi-cloud integration.

What You’ll Do

• Design, deploy, and maintain cloud network architectures in public clouds (Azure, AWS).

• Configure and manage virtual networks, SD-WAN, firewalls, and load balancers.

• Implement network security best practices, including segmentation, encryption, and policy enforcement.

• Collaborate with security operations and architecture teams to remediate network security gaps.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement seamless integrations across PaaS, IaaS, and SaaS environments.

• Monitor and manage multi-cloud networking environments, driving incident response, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.

• Evaluate and integrate cloud-native networking solutions such as service meshes and private links.

• Optimize cloud network performance and efficiency, driving cost savings and operational improvements.

• Maintain compliance with SOX and PCI standards, including evidence creation and audit readiness.

• Research emerging cloud networking technologies to modernize the network footprint.

• Serve as the escalation point for networking-related issues, ensuring smooth resolution and team collaboration.

• Drive automation initiatives using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) to improve scalability and reduce manual workloads.

• Support cloud disaster recovery and business continuity planning to ensure minimal downtime.

• Monitor networking metrics and KPIs to promote operational excellence and accountability.

• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours support.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in cloud networking technologies and infrastructure design within Azure, AWS, or similar public clouds.

• Hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar).

• Experience with SD-WAN, cloud firewalls, and Web Application Firewalls (WAF).

• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, DNS, VPN, etc.) and network monitoring tools.

• Knowledge of security frameworks such as Zero Trust, NIST, or CIS benchmarks.

• Experience with cloud cost optimization strategies.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and customer satisfaction.

• Proven adaptability and ability to manage multiple priorities and changing business needs.

About AvidXchange

AvidXchange is a leading provider of accounts payable (“AP”) automation software and payment solutions for middle-market businesses and their suppliers. By trade, we are a technology company, but if you ask anyone who works here, they’ll tell you our people are at the core of who we are. At AvidXchange, mindset is everything. We are Connected as People, Growth Minded, and Customer Obsessed. These three mindsets represent our culture – who we are, who we’ve always been, and they guide us to improve every day. Since our founding in 2000 in Charlotte, NC, we’ve created a company of over 1,300 teammates working across the U.S., or remotely. AvidXchange is proud to be Certified as a GreatPlace to Work®. The prestigious recognition is based on anonymous data from our teammates and makes official what our teammates have known for years – that AvidXchange is a Great Place to Work®. 

Who you are: 

• A go-getter with an entrepreneurial mindset – that means you are not afraid of taking risks, winning big or facing the unknown. 
• Someone who understands that business is people centric. Connecting with others as humans first allows you to develop mutually beneficial working relationships. 
• Focused on making a difference for our customers. AvidXchange exists to help solve complex problems for our customers so we can all realize our potential. 

What you’ll get:  

AvidXchange teammates (we call them AvidXers) get the perks and prestige of a growing tech company paired with the flexibility of a founder-led startup. We help our AvidXers develop as professionals and as human beings, providing work/life balance, development programs, and competitive benefits. At AvidXchange, we are building more than a tech company – we are building an experience. We remain committed to a culture where you can fully be 'you’ – connected with others, chasing big goals, and making a meaningful impact. If you want to help us grow while realizing your potential and creating stories you’ll tell for years, you’ve come to the right place.

AvidXers enjoy:  

• 18 days PTO* 
• 11 Holidays (8 company recognized & 3 floating holidays) 
• 16 hours per year of paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) 
• Competitive Healthcare 
• • High Deductible Heath Plan Option that has $0 monthly premium for teammate-only coverage 
  • Dental Base Plan Coverage
  • 100% AvidXchange paid Life Insurance 
  • 100% AvidXchange paid Long-Term Disability 
  • 100% AvidXchange paid Short-Term Disability  
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Provides counseling services, legal and financial consultations and health advocacy for Teammates and their eligible dependents
  • Onsite Health Clinic with Atrium Health - available to Teammates and their eligible dependents
• 401(k) Match: 100% match on the first 3% of your salary, plus 50% match on the next 2%
• Parental Leave: 8 weeks 100% paid by AvidXchange** 
• Eldercare Leave: 8 weeks at 100% pay to care for a qualifying family member***
• Discounts on Pet, Home, and Auto insurance 
• Onsite gym fitness center, yoga studio, and basketball court
• Gym reimbursements for remote teammates up to $28/month
• Tuition Reimbursement up to the federal maximum of $5,250***
• Hybrid Workplace Flexibility
• Free parking

*Fully granted from beginning of year, pro-rated if hired mid-year 

**Must be full-time for at least 3 months

***Must be full-time for at least one year 

Equal Employment Opportunity

AvidXchange is an equal opportunity employer. AvidXchange is committed to equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. AvidXchange will not discriminate against applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis. This includes, but is not limited to veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age and physical or mental disability.