Senior Network Engineer (Mortgage)

Providing lending services to help our customers achieve their dream of homeownership.

At Pulte Mortgage, we’re more than a lender—we’re a team driven by purpose. Since 1972, we’ve helped over 700,000 families finance their dream homes through innovative lending solutions and a commitment to doing the right thing. As a wholly owned subsidiary of PulteGroup, we offer a people-first culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and daily positivity. Join us in Denver, CO, and be part of a company recognized by Fortune and Great Place to Work for building meaningful careers, supporting community impact, and creating a workplace where you can thrive.

Apply now and discover a career where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact.

This position is hybrid and located in Denver, Colorado.

Job Summary

The Senior Network Engineer will lead and provide advanced-level technical support for highly complex network (LAN/WAN/Cloud) related issues, as well as network engineering and technology integration services for intricate systems, remote access and infrastructure. Spearhead team initiatives and participate in multiple IT project implementations simultaneously. With a deep understanding of advanced network concepts, best practices, and procedures, serves as a subject matter expert, considering both the current and future business environment in the design and upgrade of networks and systems. Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering their professional growth and ensuring they adhere to best practices and standards.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Lead team initiatives and provide guidance to engineers. Act as a mentor to less experienced team members, providing technical guidance and support. Additionally, take on a leadership role in cross-functional teams and provide strategic direction for complex network projects.

• Lead medium-to-large-scale IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. Develop project plans, coordinate resources, and manage project timelines. Additionally, oversee multiple projects simultaneously and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Participate in strategic planning for IT network infrastructure, including capacity planning and technology roadmaps. Evaluate and recommend new technologies to improve network performance and efficiency. Additionally, contribute to the development of long-term IT strategies and initiatives.

• Design and implement enterprise-class network infrastructure. Plan and deploy network solutions using private, public, virtualization and hybrid cloud technologies. Additionally, lead the design and implementation of complex, large-scale network infrastructure projects.

• Design, install, and configure network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls) and software.

• Plan and implement proactive management and monitoring solutions using enterprise-class tools. Ensure the reliability, security, performance, and availability of critical systems and network through advanced monitoring techniques. Additionally, develop and implement advanced network monitoring and management strategies.

• Provide third-level technical support for complex network and infrastructure issues. Serve as an escalation point for resolving high-impact infrastructure challenges. Additionally, develop and implement advanced troubleshooting procedures, best practices, and security measures.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, diagrams and logging for networks, network and security devices, infrastructure systems and processes. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. Additionally, establish and enforce documentation standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Writes automation scripts/code to improve build/release tools, systems, and processes.

• Helps implement optimal cloud resources for executing workloads and optimizing cloud spend.

• Provide on-call support as required to ensure timely resolution of critical after-hours issues.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

​Organizational Impact:

• Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant impact on operational results within area of work.

• Works independently under limited supervision.

• May be responsible for entire projects or processes within area.

• Typically, responsible for coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals.

Leadership & Talent Management: 

• May be responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees within functional area.

• May manage projects at this level, requiring responsibility for the delegation of work and the review of others' work product.

Required Education/Experience/Knowledge

• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

• 5+ years of prior relevant experience

• Requires broad knowledge of networking, routing and switching typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of program or project management.

• Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, IOS and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRRP, HSRP, MPLS).

• Proficiency with Cisco, Meraki, Zscaler and PaloAlto hardware required.

Required Skills

• Network Architecture, Design, Installation and Implementation

• Security Configuration (Firewalls, Load Balancers, IPS)

• Troubleshooting (LAN, WAN, All layers of the OSI Model, including Layer 1 Cabling, Media, Optics and Network Adapters)

• Cloud Networking Infrastructure

• Mentorship & Technical Leadership

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

• CCIE or CCNA desirable but not required

Physical Requirements

• *May require travel once per year

SALARY RANGE: $140,000 to $160,000 annually depending upon experience.
This position is also eligible for an annual bonus based on the successful completion of defined performance objectives.

In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay. Moreover, eligible employees with less than 10 years of service can accrue up to 17 PTO days per year (and up to 22 PTO days per year upon 10 or more years of service). Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan. Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Employees are covered by company-paid disability, basic life insurance and parental leave. Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, are also available. In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement (as applicable). Employees may also be eligible for state required benefits such as paid family and medical leave insurance and/or paid sick time as applicable.

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