Network Engineering Manager

Wells Fargo is seeking a Network Engineering Manager responsible for coaching and mentoring a team, assisting in problem solving and escalation issues with circuit designs, provisioning activities and implementation of various high-capacity transport solutions across the global network. This role will work closely with Data and Voice engineering, Infrastructure Architecture, Product and Project Managers, Carrier Engineering, Finance and Data Center Management to understand business requirements for scoping, planning, and executing projects within the Transport and Network space. In addition, this role will partner closely with Supply Chain to provide direction and strategy for managing telecom vendor strategy, products, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), performance, and spend.

In this role, you will:

• Manage and develop team of individual contributor roles with low to moderate complexity and risk in Network Engineering area
• Oversee the support of company’s computer system, including LANs, WANs, internet, network segments and other data communication systems
• Engage stakeholders and internal partners associated with the Network Engineering functional area
• Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvement and risk control development
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair networked communication system for any kind of issues reported by end-users, and the administration of the systems
• Ensure issues are resolved and no hindrances to accessing organizational resources for users
• Make decisions and resolve issues regarding objectives and operations of network engineering functional area and team to meet business objectives
• Interpret and develop policies and procedures for functions with low to moderate complexity within scope of responsibility
• Utilize networking management software and testing tools to fine tune systems and optimize system performance, monitor and implement security measures and streamline network functions
• Collaborate with and consult with peers, colleagues and multiple level managers
• Manage allocation of people and financial resources for Network Engineering
• Mentor and guide talent development of direct reports and assist in hiring talent
• Manage a group of 10+ engineers that support the design, contracting, and implementation of 30K+ circuits/services supporting the global connectivity of the Wells Fargo footprint

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Network Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• 2+ years of Leadership experience
• 4+ years of experience in network operations, network engineering or a combination of both
• 3+ years of Ethernet experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge and understanding of layer 1 and layer 3 networks, dark fiber, global aggregation, wireless technologies, colocation management, and SONET ring decommission
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of carrier Ethernet products and technology
• Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) skills
• Advanced Microsoft Visio skills
• Knowledge and understanding of carrier Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) networks
• Knowledge and understanding of voice and data network
• Knowledge and understanding of telecom: provider networks and network diversity options
• Knowledge and understanding of telecom: hardware, software and configurations including: network infrastructure and design
• Knowledge and understanding of telecom: products and services
• Knowledge and understanding of telecom: circuit engineering, design and deployment

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Posting Location:

• 1100 Corporate Center Dr – Raleigh, NC 27607
• 325 John H McConnell Blvd – Columbus, OH 43215
• 2700 S Price Rd – Chandler, AZ 85286
• 250 E John Carpenter Frwy – Irving, TX 75062

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.