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Job DescriptionU.S. Bank is seeking a Senior Network Engineer with multi-network technologies and technical leadership experience to contribute toward the success of our technology initiatives.
About the team
The Network Test & Certification team provides pre-production validation, certification, automation, and lab engineering services that help ensure network hardware, software, security updates, and infrastructure changes are thoroughly tested before deployment. We support all of the Network Technology Services groups.
What you will do
Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure including routing, switching, SD-WAN, wireless, security, and cloud networking solutions.
Develop, maintain, and manage network lab environments to support testing, validation, certification, and proof-of-concept initiatives.
Evaluate and validate network hardware, software, firmware, and infrastructure upgrades prior to production deployment.
Create and execute test plans to ensure network performance, scalability, reliability, security, and compliance requirements are met.
Troubleshoot complex network issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve stability and availability.
Drive network automation and orchestration initiatives using modern tools and scripting technologies to improve operational efficiency and scalability.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, security teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to design and deploy enterprise networking solutions.
Support incident management, problem resolution, and escalation activities for critical network services and infrastructure.
Research, prototype, and implement emerging technologies including cloud networking, software-defined networking (SDN), network automation, and AI-driven operations.
Develop technical standards, architecture documentation, operational procedures, and reusable engineering frameworks to support enterprise network initiatives.
Partner with technology vendors to evaluate new products, influence roadmap decisions, and ensure alignment with business requirements.
Provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to engineering best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement efforts.
Basic Qualifications
Associate's degree or equivalent work experience
At least 5 years experience within a total Information Technology (IT) environment.
At least 5 years experience with managing day-to-day delivery of satisfactory network services to clients.
Preferred Skills/Experience
Expertise in enterprise networking technologies including Routing & Switching, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN, LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, and Wireless.
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking platforms including Catalyst, Nexus, ACI, Identity Services Engine (ISE), DNA Center, and Meraki.
Experience designing, validating, and supporting high-availability, large-scale enterprise network infrastructures.
Knowledge of network security technologies including Firewalls, VPNs, NAC, Zero Trust, Segmentation, IDS/IPS, and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE).
Proficiency in network automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Python, Ansible, Terraform, APIs, Git, and CI/CD methodologies.
Experience with cloud networking and hybrid architectures across AWS, Azure, and multi-cloud environments.
Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, packet analysis, and root cause analysis skills using tools such as Wireshark, ThousandEyes, SolarWinds, and network monitoring platforms.
Experience with Software-Defined Networking (SDN), network virtualization, automation frameworks, and AIOps solutions.
Industry certifications preferred, including CCNP Enterprise, CCIE, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, Azure Network Engineer (AZ-700), CISSP, or equivalent.
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Location expectations
This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-Verify
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $105,400.00 - $124,000.00U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree or equivalent work experience
- At least 5 years experience within a total Information Technology (IT) environment
- At least 5 years experience managing day-to-day delivery of network services to clients
- Work from a U.S. Bank location three or more days per week (hybrid onsite requirement)
- Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
- Expertise in enterprise networking technologies (Routing & Switching, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN, LAN/WAN, SD-WAN, Wireless)
- Hands-on experience with Cisco platforms (Catalyst, Nexus, ACI, ISE, DNA Center, Meraki)
- Knowledge of network security technologies (Firewalls, VPNs, NAC, Zero Trust, Segmentation, IDS/IPS, SASE)
- Proficiency in network automation and Infrastructure as Code (Python, Ansible, Terraform, APIs, Git, CI/CD)
- Experience with cloud networking and hybrid architectures across AWS and Azure
- Strong troubleshooting and packet analysis skills using tools such as Wireshark, ThousandEyes, SolarWinds
- Experience with SDN, network virtualization, automation frameworks, and AIOps solutions
- Industry certifications preferred (CCNP Enterprise, CCIE, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, AZ-700, CISSP)
US Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about US Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by US Bank.
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Retirement Support — The package pairs a pension with a matched 401(k), strengthening long‑term financial security. Retirement programs and other financial safeguards are presented as comprehensive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick time, numerous holidays, and dedicated volunteer hours provide meaningful time away. Additional time off with tenure and options to expand PTO bolster flexibility.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options and wellness resources are described as robust. Health insurance is characterized as top‑notch in multiple descriptions.
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