Network Engineer

I'm working with a major enterprise client seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join a long-term infrastructure team supporting complex enterprise networking environments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys designing, implementing, and optimizing large-scale network infrastructure while working with modern networking technologies.  What You'll Be Doing •    Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure •    Configure and manage Arista switching, routing, and switching technologies •    Work with Nokia networking equipment and Palo Alto firewalls •    Troubleshoot network performance issues and drive root cause resolution •    Partner with cross-functional teams on network security and optimization initiatives •    Maintain network documentation and configuration standards •    Mentor junior engineers and contribute to infrastructure improvements  What We're Looking For •    7+ years of enterprise network engineering experience •    Strong hands-on experience with: •    Arista switching •    Enterprise routing & switching •    Nokia networking •    Palo Alto firewalls •    Experience supporting cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP) •    CCIE preferred; CCNP or equivalent certifications also considered  Nice to Have •    Network automation (Python or Ansible) •    SD-WAN experience •    Network monitoring and analytics tools  Additional Details •    Hybrid role based in Phoenix, AZ •    Candidates must currently reside in the Phoenix area and be able to work onsite as needed •    18-month contract with potential for extension •    Possible on-call support and occasional travel