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Lead Network Engineer

Roadrunner Transportation Services
Full-time
On-site
Downers Grove, United States

Are you an experienced network engineer ready to take ownership of enterprise-level network systems? As our Lead Network Engineer, you’ll oversee the stability, security, and performance of our networks, providing top-tier technical support and leading strategic projects. If you’re a problem solver with a passion for optimizing networks and are ready to work hands-on with cutting-edge infrastructure, this role is for you. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Network Infrastructure: Manage and support our LAN, WAN, and wireless networks, including all core equipment (routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers). 

  • Technical Troubleshooting: Act as the go-to expert for complex network issues, providing tier 2 and 3 support and leading critical problem resolution. 

  • Project Leadership: Own and lead network projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and efficient execution. 

  • Performance Optimization: Regularly analyze and fine-tune network performance, proactively addressing issues before they impact operations. 

  • Documentation and Tools: Keep network diagrams and procedures current, and use advanced network tools (Open DNS, TACACS+, Infoblox) to maintain robust network services. 

  • 24/7 Support: Be available and flexibility to support network operations around the clock, 24x7x365 as needed, including occasional off-hours. 

Job Requirements: 

  • Proven Expertise: 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking, with deep knowledge of routing, switching, VLAN, VPN, firewalls, DNS, and DHCP. 

  • Technical Mastery: You’re skilled in Citrix NetScaler (or similar), Cisco, and Fortinet, and you understand network architecture, client/server, and web applications. 

  • Certifications: Cisco Certified (CCNA/CCNP) preferred. 

  • Problem-Solver: You think ahead, fix problems proactively, and are thorough in following best practices. 

  • Team Player: You communicate well, work effectively across teams, and foster positive relationships. 

If you’re ready to lead and elevate our network operations, apply now. Join us to keep our network performing at its peak every day. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Physical Demands:
    • Sedentary physical activity performing non- strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature.
    • While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, stand, reach/handle items, work with the fingers, and talk and hear others in conversations via the phone or in person.
  • Work Environment:
    • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
    • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Compensation:

  • $140,000 per year

Benefits:

  • PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k

Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace.  Join us today to grow your career!

Additional Requirements:

Summary:

Roadrunner offers more direct long-haul metro-to-metro shipping than any other nationwide Less-than-Truckload (LTL) carrier in the United States. With a nationwide presence, terminals across 40+ markets, and approximately $410 million in revenue in 2023, the company’s Smart Long Haul Network is the preferred choice for shippers looking to move freight quickly and reliably. Roadrunner is expanding and looking for a highly motivated Lead Network Engineer to join our winning team. If you are results driven and looking for a rapidly growing company with high growth and earnings potential, we want to hear from you!