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Overview

We are seeking a full-time Lead IT Enterprise Network Engineer at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in Olathe, Kansas. This role is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of our enterprise network infrastructure, with a primary focus on enterprise wireless networking, including architecture, performance optimization, and security, while also supporting campus switching and network access control.

Essential Functions

• Leads the design, deployment, and optimization of enterprise wireless networks, including coverage, capacity planning, performance tuning, and security

• Defines and drives the enterprise networking roadmap with a primary focus on wireless architecture, while aligning with broader campus networking strategies

• Serves as a subject matter expert in wireless and campus networking technologies (e.g., enterprise WLAN, network access control, segmentation), applying deep technical expertise to complex initiatives

• Leads troubleshooting of major network incidents, with emphasis on wireless performance, client connectivity, and end-user experience across multiple disciplines

• Develops reliable, scalable solutions to complex networking challenges, requiring creativity and advanced problem-solving

• Mentors and provides technical guidance to IT Administrators and junior engineers, particularly in wireless and enterprise networking best practices

• Evaluates emerging networking technologies and proposes cost-effective solutions to enhance wireless capabilities and overall network performance

• Drives innovation within enterprise networking, facilitating team discussions, leading change initiatives, and coordinating non-project network improvements

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of business operations to align network (especially wireless) performance, reliability, and security with organizational needs

• Contributes to broader infrastructure and technology discussions beyond networking, providing input on cross-functional solutions

• Demonstrates professional maturity through effective communication, collaboration, and giving/receiving constructive feedback

• Demonstrates broad understanding of Garmin's business model, including Engineering, Operations, Finance, Sales and Marketing

• Recognized as an expert in assigned discipline at Garmin and applies extensive technical expertise and analysis to initiatives

• Demonstrates professional maturity through giving/receiving constructive feedback

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or related field AND a minimum of 9 years relevant experience

• Proven expertise in enterprise networking, with a strong emphasis on designing, deploying, and supporting large-scale wireless environments

• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation to support network operations and ensure timely response to critical incidents

• Hands-on experience with enterprise wireless technologies, including Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), access points, RF design, and performance optimization

• Experience with network access control and policy enforcement solutions such as Cisco ISE, including authentication, authorization, and segmentation

• Strong experience with campus networking technologies, including Cisco Catalyst (IOS-XE) switching and enterprise routing platforms (ISR/ASR)

• Solid understanding of routing and switching protocols, including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP, and port-channeling

• Proven experience in an operations-focused environment, with a strong emphasis on real-time troubleshooting, incident response, and restoring service in complex enterprise networks (especially wireless)

• Experience using network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., SNMP, NetFlow, Syslog, wireless analytics tools)

• Knowledge of network security concepts, including segmentation, ACLs, VPNs (IPSec), and secure wireless design (802.1X, WPA2/3)

• Experience evaluating and implementing new networking technologies, including centralized management and automation platforms (e.g., Cisco DNA Center)

• Demonstrated strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to document and organize work effectively

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, balancing proactive improvements with reactive operational support

Desired Qualifications

• Cisco certifications such as CCNP Enterprise (Wireless preferred) or higher

• Experience with Cisco DNA Center, wireless automation, and assurance/analytics platforms

• Experience with SD-WAN technologies (e.g., Cisco SD-WAN/Viptela)

• Previous experience in a technical leadership or mentoring role

• Strong academic performance

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits