Senior Network Engineer – Cloud Networks

Marriott • Bethesda, MD

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Marriott’s Cloud Network Services team is a fast-paced and innovative group that
builds network infrastructure to connect hotel guests, properties, and partners.
Our cloud solutions such as the Marriott Bonvoy reservations and rewards
programs. We are a rapidly growing team that provides the opportunity for
autonomy and growth!

Reporting into the Director, Cloud Network Services, the Senior Network Engineer
develops and maintains technical solutions that adhere to engineering and
architectural design principles while meeting business requirements. Provides
technical expertise with a focus on efficiency, reliability, scalability, and
security; includes planning, evaluating, recommending, designing,
operationalizing, and supporting solutions in compliance with enterprise and
industry standards. This role has a heavy emphasis on Network as Code and
Infrastructure as Code.

Ideal candidate would be a highly experienced cloud network engineer
specializing in architecting, securing, and optimizing large-scale cloud and
hybrid network infrastructures. Expert in designing resilient, high-performance
connectivity across AWS, AliCloud, and multi-cloud environments, with deep
knowledge of routing, load balancing, firewalls, and zero-trust principles.
Skilled in automation, infrastructure-as-code, and cloud-native networking
services to drive operational efficiency and reliability. Known for leading
complex network transformations, troubleshooting mission-critical issues, and
collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and
cost-effective cloud solutions that support enterprise growth.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in an engineering or computer science discipline and/or equivalent professional experience
• 7+ years of network development engineering experience including:
• 5+ years of network development experience, DevOps related work using tools such as AAP, Terraform, Harness and Git to deliver network solutions in the public cloud
• 5+ years of experience in a lead role leading large scale projects delivering resilient cloud-based network solutions to support our ever-increasing customer demand in the field. This includes both cloud native and vendor specific solutions.
• Cloud Native networking solutions such as CloudWAN, VPC, NLB/ALB, Internet Gateways, Transit Gateways, Route 53 etc.
• Infrastructure as Code development AAP(Ansible) and Terraform with Harness and/or GitActions.
• Design and deploy scalable, highly available, and secure network architectures in cloud environments across multiple cloud service providers.
• Configure and manage cloud networking components, including VPCs, subnets, firewalls, VPNs, and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute.
• Implement and manage multi-cloud and hybrid connectivity solutions to ensure seamless integration and communication across different cloud platforms and on-premises data centers
• Deep understanding of network routing with a focus on BGP.
• Technical writing and delivering written document pertaining to network solutions and diagrams

Nice To Haves

• Graduate degree in Computer Science or related
• Certification such as CCIE, CCNP, PCNSE, CCSA, CCSE or AWS Certified Advanced Networking
• Monitor and optimize network performance, including latency, throughput, and reliability.
• Conduct regular network performance tests and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues
• Implement network security best practices and ensure compliance with relevant security standards and policies.
• Solid understanding of Agile SAFe
• Experience in public cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud, Google Cloud or AliCloud)
• Strong influencing skills and an ability to overcome barriers while driving change through collaboration
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with an ability to operate effectively across multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Manage Cloud Networks products and solutions, including the design, engineering, and delivery of new solutions for Marriott applications across the cloud provider networks
• Work closely with cloud architects, developers, and security teams to design and implement network solutions that meet business requirements.
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal teams and clients regarding network configurations and best practices.
• Approve and oversee projects to implement and maintain services while meeting deadlines
• Manage vendors to meet obligations for engineering design, network implementation, and technical support service delivery and service restoration
• Continuously improve operations processes, develop, and present best practices, technical concepts and technologies for innovative Cloud Networks solutions
• Continuously evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance network performance and security.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and changes to maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Contribute input to help manage project schedules, risks, and costs
• Train and/or mentor other team members and peers, as appropriate
• Establish cross-team relationships across Marriott to help define services and meet service level requirements
• Serve as an escalation point to resolve service delivery and operational issues
• Identify opportunities to enhance the service delivery processes
• Participate in capacity planning and scaling of network infrastructure to meet growing demands.
• Act as primary point of contact for Network Compliance which includes segmentation, patching strategy and IAM
• Follow all defined standards and processes (e.g. SAFe, IT Governance, and Enterprise Architecture)
• Provide input for improvements to the appropriate process owners as needed
• Maintain a proper balance between business and operational risk
• Follow the defined project management and/or standards and processes
• Additional duties as may be assigned

Benefits

• All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts.
• Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.
• Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level