World Kinect • Miami, FL (Hybrid)
World Kinect is transforming how global energy solutions are built, secured, and delivered. As part of our modernization journey, we’re seeking a Senior Network Software Engineer (IC) to drive automation, security, and scalability across our global network footprint.
This highly impactful role blends advanced software engineering with modern network operations. You’ll design and implement scalable automation, lead key architectural initiatives, and enhance the performance and resilience of our hybrid and cloud-native environments. You'll work hands-on with technologies such as TypeScript, GraphQL, Python, and Terraform, collaborating closely with senior leadership to align our network strategy with World Kinect’s global objectives.
- Architect and lead large-scale network automation and software engineering projects
- Develop modern APIs using TypeScript, GraphQL, and contemporary frameworks
- Define coding standards, development methodologies, and engineering best practices
- Mentor engineers across levels, fostering innovation, high performance, and technical mastery
- Partner with senior leaders to align network architecture with strategic business goals
- Identify and adopt emerging technologies to modernize and future-proof World Kinect’s network stack
- Design and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible
- Develop automation scripts in Python and Bash to streamline network operations
- Conduct regular network audits to ensure compliance with industry standards
- Monitor, analyze, and optimize global network performance using advanced tooling
- Utilize tools such as Wireshark, NetFlow, and cloud-native monitoring solutions
- Manage and configure routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS systems
- Ensure adherence to network policies, security protocols, and compliance frameworks
- 8+ years of experience in network-centric software engineering
- Advanced proficiency with TypeScript, GraphQL, API development, and CI/CD
- Strong background in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Expertise in network security, DevOps, and containerization
- Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, and enterprise-scale routing
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection, and modern security models
- Proficiency in Python, Bash, Ansible, YAML, and Configuration as Code (CaC) methodologies
- Proven experience leading cross-functional engineering initiatives
- Exceptional communication, analytical thinking, and strategic decision-making
- Ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive architectural direction
At World Kinect, your impact scales globally. In this role, you will:
- Lead engineering efforts that support distributed network platforms across continents
- Deepen expertise in cloud-native network architectures
- Work with emerging technologies in automation, network observability, and security
- Gain exposure to enterprise strategies across a dynamic, global organization
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Skills Required
- 8+ years of network-centric software engineering experience
- Advanced proficiency with TypeScript and GraphQL
- API development and CI/CD experience
- Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting
- Experience with Terraform and Ansible (IaC)
- Strong cloud networking experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Expertise in network security, DevOps, and containerization
- Deep knowledge of DNS, DHCP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS and enterprise routing
- Hands-on experience with firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS
- Familiarity with network monitoring/analysis tools (Wireshark, NetFlow, cloud-native monitoring)
- Experience with YAML and Configuration as Code methodologies
- Proven leadership and ability to influence senior stakeholders
What We Do
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, World Kinect Corporation (NYSE: WKC) is a leading global energy management company, offering a broad suite of solutions across the energy product spectrum. In addition to our core energy and fuel offerings to customers in the transportation sector, we provide advisory services, sustainability and renewable energy solutions, as well as supply fulfillment for natural gas and power. We continue to focus on advancing the energy transition to lower carbon alternatives through expanding our portfolio of energy solutions and providing customers with greater access to sustainably sourced energy. For more information, visit https://corp.worldkinect.com.
