Sr. Associate Network Engineer

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Job Description

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment troubleshooting complex network issues? If you're a skilled Network Engineer with expertise in routing, switching, WANs, wireless, IPAM, DNS, DHCP, and load balancing, and you're passionate about leveraging AI/ML and automation to streamline network operations, then we want to hear from you!

Amgen is seeking a Sr. Associate Network Engineer responsible for the security, compliance, and performance of our network infrastructure. You will work with a team of dedicated network engineers and architects who are accountable for security, compliance, and performance. You will also collaborate with other IT teams, such as Data Center Operations, Information Security, Service Management, and Internal Business Partners, to ensure alignment and integration of network solutions with business objectives. You will also support vendor relationships, contracts, and service-level agreements.

Key Responsibilities for a Sr. Associate Network Engineer:

• Manage and maintain our complex network infrastructure, including routing, switching, WANs, wireless, IPAM, DNS, and DHCP.
• Configure and solve Infoblox appliances and F5 load balancers.
• Monitor network performance and proactively determine and resolve potential issues.
• Implement and maintain network automation solutions to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Stay up to date on the latest network technologies and trends.
• Document network configurations and procedures.
• Proactively identify and address potential network issues, providing solutions and recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Travel: Domestic and international travel up to 15% may be essential

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree

OR

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of Information Systems and Enterprise Network experience

OR

• Associate degree and 6 years of Information Systems and Enterprise Network experience

OR

• High school diploma/GED and 8 years of Information Systems and Network Engineer experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Network Engineer in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
• Good understanding of Routing, Switching, WAN and SD-WAN, Wireless, Infoblox, and F5s.
• Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AI/ML concepts and their application in network operations is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.

The invaluable contributions of our talented team will help us develop the vital and innovative medicines that treat serious illness and unmet medical needs around the globe.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.