Job Information
Hyundai Autoever America 10006 - Sr. Network Architect (routing, switching, firewalls, WAN/SD-WAN) in United States
10006 – Sr. Network Architect (routing, switching, firewalls, WAN/SD-WAN)
Location: Irvine, CA (5 days on-site)
Company Overview:
Hyundai Autoever America (HAEA) is the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and Managed Services Provider support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis.
HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you’ll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group.
At HAEA, we understand that IT is the cornerstone of today’s fast-evolving digital world. By uniting all IT resources under one roof, we deliver consistent, top-quality solutions while serving as the crucial information link between Hyundai’s Global Headquarters and North American operations.
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make a real impact at a world-class company, Hyundai Autoever America is the place to grow your career. Join us and be part of the transformation that’s driving the future of automotive innovation.
Website: http://www.haeaus.com
What you will be doing:
This position will lead the design, evolution, and operational excellence of our enterprise network infrastructure. This role combines strategic architecture ownership with deep technical execution, requiring someone who is comfortable designing at the whiteboard and implementing in production. You will act as the technical authority for network architecture, partnering closely with infrastructure, security, cloud, and application teams while remaining actively involved in engineering, troubleshooting, and optimization.
Architecture & Design
Own the end-to-end network architecture across data center, campus, WAN, cloud, and remote access environments
Design scalable, resilient, and secure network solutions aligned with business and application requirements
Define network standards, reference architectures, and roadmaps
Evaluate and recommend technologies, vendors, and design patterns
Hands-On Engineering
Configure, implement, and optimize complex network solutions (routing, switching, firewalls, load balancing, VPNs, wireless)
Lead and participate in major network builds, migrations, and upgrades
Perform deep-dive troubleshooting for complex, high-impact incidents
Validate designs through lab work, proof-of-concepts, and production deployments
Operations & Reliability
Ensure high availability, performance, and operational stability of the network
Improve monitoring, automation, and operational tooling
Drive root cause analysis and permanent remediation for network issues
Participate in on-call and escalation rotations as a senior technical resource
Security & Compliance
Partner with security teams to design and enforce network security controls
Implement segmentation, firewall policy, zero-trust principles,and secure remote access
Ensure designs meet regulatory, compliance, and audit requirements
Leadership & Collaboration
Serve as a technical mentor and escalation point for network engineers
Influence without authority across infrastructure, cloud, and security teams
Provide clear technical documentation and executive-level design summaries
Translate business needs into pragmatic, supportable technical solutions
What we require from you:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 10+ years of progressive experience experience in enterprise networking
Proven experience as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer in complex environment with in-depth expertise in:
Routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLSpreferred)
Enterprise firewalls and security platforms
Load balancing and application delivery
WAN, SD-WAN, and remote access technologies
Strong hands-on experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, Arista, or equivalent platforms
Experience designing and operating hybrid or cloud-connected networks (AWS, Azure, orGCP)
Strong understanding of network security architecture and best practices
Ability to troubleshoot complex issues across multiple layers and teams
It would be awesome if you also had:
Experience with network automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform, or similar)
Cloud networking certifications or deep cloud-native networking experience
Large-scale data center or campus network design experience
Familiarity with zero-trust, SASE, or modern network security architectures
Relevant certifications (CCNP/CCIE, PCNSE,JNCIP/JNCIE, cloud certs)
Team Culture:
Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. We foster a supportive environment where every member is encouraged to share ideas and contribute to problem-solving. We value:
Passion for Technology: We are enthusiastic about emerging technologies and their potential to transform the automotive industry.
Agility: We work in an agile environment, adapting quickly to changes and continuously improving our processes.
Teamwork: We believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration, supporting each other to achieve common goals.
Growth: We prioritize personal and professional growth, offering opportunities for learning and development.
Inclusivity: We maintain an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone feels welcome.
Base Salary Range: $140,000 - $158,000
Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
Powered by JazzHR