Cloud Network Engineer
Guild Mortgage Company, closing loans and opening doors since 1960. As a mortgage banking firm, we are dedicated to serving the homeowner / buyer. Our goal is to provide affordable home financing for our customers, utilizing the best terms available while providing a level of professionalism and service unsurpassed in the lending industry.
Position Summary
The Cloud Network Engineer plays an important essential role in the design, security and administration, scalable networks within cloud environments. The role will primarily focus on maintaining and configuring Microsoft Azure infrastructure and cloud networking components.
Compensation
This role is an exempt position with a Targeted Salary Range of $106,000 to $152,000. Compensation at Guild is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to local and federal minimum wage requirements, education, level of experience, and applicant's geographical location.
Essential Functions
- Installs and maintains cloud-based applications, systems, or associated infrastructures.
- Responsible for Deploying and Configuring Cloud Networking Components :
Virtual networks
Routing Tables / User Defined RoutesAzure FirewallLoad balancersApplication GatewaysIPSec VPN / ExpressRouteAzure BastionAzure DNS / Private ResolverNetwork WatcherAzure Front DoorAzure API ManagementNetwork Security GroupsResponsible for Network Administration using Automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) :Use of IaC tools Terraform, Bicep to deploy infrastructure changes
Implement GitLab CI / CD pipelines for network changesTroubleshooting, Support, MonitoringDiagnose and resolve network issues in cloud environments.
Provide support for connectivity problems, latency issues, and misconfigurations.Monitor network performance and availability using tools Azure Monitor, PRTG.Optimize network traffic by minimizing bottlenecks, reducing latency and ensuring optimal bandwidth utilization.Collaboration :Work closely with DevOps, security, application teams on new network integrations and automation.
Document network designs, configurations using Visio, Lucidchart for consumption.Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a field directly related to the position, preferred.A combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the Bachelor's degree.Minimum 5 years' experience in designing, administering cloud networking components.Certifications directly related to the role (e.g. Azure AZ-104, AZ-305, AZ-400, AZ-700 or AZ-900), preferred.Relevant programming Software design. Software documentation. Software debugging.Strong analytical, problem solving, interpersonal skills.Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO, CIS).Attention to detail; precision in configuration.Customer-centric mindset.Focused on performance, uptime, and user experience.Ability to work well independently or within a team.Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.Highly organized and detail-oriented; ability to work in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment required.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, Wiki, collaborative cloud-based programs, and third-party software applications required.Commitment to company values.Customer Service - Proactive attention to each personIntegrity - Do and say what's rightRespect - Treat others with dignityCollaboration - Listen and work togetherLearning - Seek knowledge and strive for improvementExcellence Deliver the unexpectedSupervision
Job Scope : Assists in a variety of duties at the direction of more senior staff and contributes as a team member and resource to others in the unitComplexity : Problems are often complex and specialized and may involve unprecedented circumstances; resolution requires investigation, analysis and review of professional / organizational standardsImpact : Decisions and actions primarily impact own work with moderate impact on peers in their area; contributes as team member rather than leaderInteraction / Supervision : Work is monitored under general supervision of supervisor and by following established, specific procedures described by supervisor; May act as a mentor / guide to less experienced support staff including selection, training, and evaluation; may coordinate work of support staff involved in a special project; no formal authorityRequirements
Physical : Work is primarily sedentary; mobility in an office setting.
Manual Dexterity : Ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Audio / Visual : Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to clients or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
Travel : 5% or less.
Mental : Must be able to adhere to process protocol. Must be able to apply established protocols in a timely manner.
Schedules : Work is primarily performed during the business week, Monday - Friday; occasional night or weekend may be necessary.
Guild offers a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and excellent benefits package; including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, LTD and 401(k) with employer match.
Guild Mortgage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
