Sr. Network Engineer (Cloud & Network)
Columbia Sportswear Company · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Design, deploy, and maintain enterprise, datacenter, and cloud networks.
- Automate network processes and optimize monitoring systems.
- Collaborate with global teams across time zones.
- Implement and support hybrid network solutions.
- Participate in on-call rotations for critical incidents.
About the role
About The Position
As a Senior Network Engineer within our India Global Capability Center (GCC), you will partner closely with global infrastructure and cloud engineering teams to design, deploy, monitor, and maintain Columbia Sportswear’s enterprise, datacenter, and cloud networks.
This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent English communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across time zones with international stakeholders. You will work alongside senior engineers and network architects to implement reliable, scalable, and secure network solutions that support our global business operations.
The position blends operations, engineering design, automation, and vendor engagement, requiring strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to self-prioritize in a dynamic environment.
You will also participate in a shared on-call rotation to support critical global network events.
How You’ll Make a Difference
- Design, implement, and optimize network monitoring and alerting systems to achieve deep observability across global network endpoints.
- Analyze existing business processes and identify opportunities for efficiency using automation and tooling.
- Deploy and support on-premises, cloud-based, and hybrid network solutions.
- Collaborate with global network architects to design maintenance, expansion, and modernization initiatives.
- Review existing network solutions and contribute recommendations for improvement.
- Define, champion, and document best practices to enhance network reliability, performance, and security.
- Develop automation scripts, workflows, and tools to streamline incident detection, triage, and resolution.
- Collaborate across international teams in North America, EMEA, and APAC to support shared infrastructure projects and deliver global outcomes.
- Engage in vendor and circuit provider coordination, including cost and contract analysis.
- Prepare high-quality technical documentation for audiences with varying levels of technical knowledge.
- Participate in global on call rotations for Priority 1 and Priority 2 incidents.
- Work flexibly with occasional evening or early morning meetings aligned to global time zones.
YOU ARE
- Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible or similar automation frameworks.
- Strong proficiency in supporting and maintaining multi‑site corporate networks and datacenter environments.
- Experience with enterprise monitoring tools (e.g., LogicMonitor) and automation platforms (e.g., Ansible).
- Solid understanding of network architecture and the operational trade‑offs of various designs.
- Ability to work effectively in a GCC model supporting global technology operations.
- Experience working with Arista switches and routers.
- Professional certifications such as CCNA / CCNP (or equivalent vendor neutral certifications).
- Experience in cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP with a focus on Azure.
YOU HAVE
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent, or 5+ years of experience in enterprise, cloud, and/or datacenter networking.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in English—both written and spoken—while working daily with international teams.
- Strong troubleshooting skills across network and application layers.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and skill enhancement.
- Ability to solve complex problems using good judgment and analytical thinking.
- Experience working in global teams or distributed engineering environments is highly preferred.
- Experience with the Palo Alto firewall and SDWAN products.
- Experience creating and maintaining operational runbooks, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides to support consistent incident response and change execution.
- Working knowledge of Infrastructure as Code practices, including version control (e.g., Git), peer review, testing/validation, and promoting changes through environments.
- Hands-on Ansible development experience, including writing and maintaining playbooks/roles, using Ansible Vault, following coding standards, and building reusable automation for network configuration and compliance.
Key skills/competency
- Senior Network Engineer
- Cloud Networking
- Network Design
- Network Automation
- Ansible
- Arista
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Palo Alto Firewall
Skills & topics
- Senior Network Engineer
- Cloud Networking
- Network Design
- Network Automation
- Ansible
- Arista
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Palo Alto Firewall
- Network Engineering
- Infrastructure as Code
- Datacenter Networking
- Enterprise Networking
- Network Monitoring
- SDWAN
- CCNA
- CCNP
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience with Ansible, Arista, cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP), and enterprise monitoring tools.
- Showcase IaC skills: Emphasize your experience with Infrastructure as Code, version control (Git), and automation scripting.
- Demonstrate global collaboration: Detail your experience working with international teams and across different time zones.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss network architecture, troubleshooting complex issues, and best practices.
- Highlight certifications: Mention relevant certifications like CCNA/CCNP to showcase your foundational knowledge.
Technical preparation
Practice Ansible playbook development and role creation.,Review Arista switch and router configurations.,Study Azure, AWS, and GCP networking concepts.,Familiarize yourself with LogicMonitor and Palo Alto.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex network problem you solved.,How do you prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment?,Give an example of a time you improved a process.,How do you ensure effective communication with global teams?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Network Engineer at Columbia Sportswear?
- The Senior Network Engineer at Columbia Sportswear is responsible for designing, deploying, monitoring, and maintaining enterprise, datacenter, and cloud networks. This includes implementing network solutions, optimizing monitoring systems, developing automation scripts, and collaborating with global engineering teams. You will also be involved in vendor coordination and documentation, and participate in an on-call rotation.
- What technical skills are essential for this Senior Network Engineer role?
- Essential technical skills include hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Ansible, proficiency in supporting multi-site corporate and datacenter networks, and experience with enterprise monitoring tools such as LogicMonitor. Strong knowledge of network architecture, Arista switches/routers, and cloud networking in AWS, Azure, or GCP (with a focus on Azure) is crucial. Experience with Palo Alto firewalls and SDWAN is also highly valued.
- What level of experience is required for the Senior Network Engineer position?
- Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience of 5+ years in enterprise, cloud, and/or datacenter networking. Experience working in global teams or distributed engineering environments is highly preferred.
- How does Columbia Sportswear support continuous learning for its engineers?
- The job description emphasizes a commitment to continuous learning and skill enhancement. While specific programs aren't detailed, the role involves working with cutting-edge technologies like cloud networking and automation, providing ample opportunities for skill development. Professional certifications such as CCNA/CCNP are also mentioned, suggesting the company values and potentially supports such advancements.
- What is the work arrangement for this Senior Network Engineer role?
- The job is advertised as #Hybrid, indicating a mix of on-site and remote work. This arrangement allows for flexibility while maintaining collaboration with global teams, often requiring occasional evening or early morning meetings to align with different time zones.
- What are the expectations for communication and collaboration in this role?
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential as you will be working daily with international teams across North America, EMEA, and APAC. The ability to collaborate effectively across time zones is a key requirement for this role.