Sr AWS Networking Engineer

Location: Plano, Texas

Salary: $60-$70 /hr

Start Date:

Description:

We are looking for a Senior AWS Networking Engineer to join our team in Plano, TX. This is a contract-to-hire role, offering an opportunity to work in a hybrid environment. The initial project duration is 6+ months, with a competitive pay rate between $60 and $70 per hour on W2. If you have extensive experience in AWS networking services and cloud architecture, this could be the ideal role for you.

As a Senior AWS Networking Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of network architectures within AWS. You will work across both cloud and on-premises environments to ensure high performance, security, and scalability. You will also collaborate closely with DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure network solutions align with broader organizational needs. Your role will involve developing multi-region, multi-account architectures that are both secure and highly available.

We expect you to have at least 10-12 years of experience in network design and implementation, with a strong background in AWS networking services such as VPC, Direct Connect, VPN, and Transit Gateway. The AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty certification is required. You should also have expertise in hybrid networking solutions and a solid understanding of routing protocols, including BGP and OSPF.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring network reliability and performance. You will manage AWS networking environments, using tools like CloudWatch and VPC Flow Logs for monitoring and troubleshooting. You will also develop and maintain detailed network documentation, including configurations and diagrams, to support ongoing operations and incident response.

Key requirements for the position include:

    Proven expertise in AWS networking services and cloud architecture
    Strong knowledge of routing protocols, IP subnetting, and firewalls
    Ability to design and implement secure, scalable network infrastructures in AWS
    Experience with network monitoring and security tools
    AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty certification

This is a chance to provide thought leadership and contribute to the overall architecture of our cloud environments, while also mentoring team members and sharing your expertise through knowledge transfer. You will participate in all phases of project deliverables and ensure that best practices are followed in every aspect of network design and management.