🚨 Urgent Hire | Network Systems Engineer II
📍 Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)
💼 Contract‑to‑Hire | Global Enterprise Environment
We’re hiring a Network Systems Engineer II to join a collaborative, global ICT team supporting enterprise and data center network environments. This is a high‑impact role for a hands‑on network engineer who enjoys mentoring others, collaborating across teams, and leading by influence—without needing prior formal lead experience.
What You’ll Be Doing:
This role is intentionally balanced:
- 33% Leadership & Mentorship
- Lead by example and mentor junior engineers (2 direct reports)
- Supervise network and security operations
- Share knowledge and support team growth
- 33% Network Design & Troubleshooting
- Design, support, and troubleshoot enterprise and global networks
- Work across LAN, WAN, WLAN, VPN, DNS, SD‑WAN
- Provide 2nd & 3rd‑level support and root cause analysis
- 33% Collaboration & Communication
- Partner with global teams (including EU stakeholders)
- Participate in and lead network projects and upgrades
- Maintain strong documentation and operational standards
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong networking fundamentals and system design understanding
- Experience in Cisco‑based enterprise environments
- Hands‑on knowledge of:
- LAN / WAN / WLAN / VPN
- DNS, subnetting, routing & switching
- Exposure to firewalls and network security (ASA, Fortinet are nice to have)
- Excellent communication skills—personality matters here
- Coachable, collaborative, and comfortable taking initiative
- Enjoys mentoring others and working cross‑functionally
Bachelor’s degree and certifications are NOT required
(CCNA, Cisco training, or similar are a plus)
🌍 Environment & Culture
- Global enterprise network environment
- People‑first, collaborative team culture
- Manager who values communication, curiosity, and growth
- Team of 23 total; strong cross‑team collaboration
- Hybrid schedule:
- Onsite: Mondays & Fridays
- Remote: 2 days per week
💰 Compensation
- Pay Rate: $45–$60/hour (W2), 3‑month contract with intent to convert.
- Contract‑to‑hire with conversion salary in the $100K–$110K range + bonus, based on experience
🧭 Interview Process
- Stage 1: 1‑hour video interview with hiring manager (Conversational, personality‑focused)
- Stage 2: Onsite panel interview
- Stage 3: Virtual panel interview with global (EU/Belgium) team
⭐ Why This Role?
- Lead without being stuck in management
- Real influence, real ownership
- Strong mix of hands‑on engineering and collaboration
- Hybrid flexibility with global exposure
- Fast‑moving, high‑visibility opportunity
