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Senior Manager, Global Network Infrastructure - Cognex Corporation
Software Engineer
Lead global network operations, architecting and managing SD‑WAN, routing, switching, and security solutions across multi‑region deployments, ensuring high availability, performance, and cost efficiency.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain a resilient global network architecture supporting enterprise and data‑center connectivity.
- Lead SD‑WAN strategy, vendor selection, and rollout across multiple regions, ensuring optimal performance and cost control.
- Oversee routing, switching, and security policies, including firewall, VPN, and zero‑trust implementations.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
- Develop and enforce network operational standards, documentation, and incident response procedures.
- Manage a high‑performing team of network engineers, providing mentorship and career development.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive experience in enterprise network engineering and operations.
- Deep expertise in SD‑WAN, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), switching, and network security.
- Hands‑on experience with cloud networking and multi‑cloud connectivity.
- Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
- Relevant certifications (CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking) preferred.