Senior Network EngineerAt NASCAR, you will work alongside passionate people creating experiences fans feel and helping shape the future of sports and entertainment.NASCAR seeks an experienced Senior Network Engineer to help shape and advance a resilient, high-performance network infrastructure that powers our enterprise and fan-facing experiences, based in our Daytona Beach, Florida OR Concord, North Carolina office. This position is onsite 5 days per week on-site with flexible work hours.The Senior Network Engineer will be required to provide enterprise-level assistance to our customers. You will diagnose and troubleshoot network and hardware problems and help maintain a highly available, flexible, and resilient network.
Network Engineer responsibilities include resolving network issues, supporting existing network solutions, and ensuring our network is documented, available, and flexible to adapt to the demands of our customers. You will actively participate in group and individual training sessions to continue learning and growing on the job and at industry events.Responsibilities include:Ensure consistent, reliable network operations by following and improving established processesMonitor, analyze, and optimize performance across data, voice, and wireless networksDiagnose and resolve complex network and hardware issues; identify root causes and implement sustainable solutionsTriage and manage incidents, service requests, and problems from internal customers with a focus on timely resolutionRecommend and implement network improvements based on incident trends, performance data, and evolving business needsResearch and evaluate emerging technologies, protocols, and network infrastructure solutionsMaintain the stability and integrity of enterprise voice, video, data, and wireless platformsSupport disaster recovery and business continuity planning and executionCommunicate effectively through ticketing systems and support channels, ensuring transparency and accuracyManage multiple priorities while meeting service-level commitments in a fast-paced environmentDevelop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, procedures, and design standardsParticipate in an on-call rotation as scheduled by the Director of Network Engineering.Qualifications include:Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience in a Network Engineering role.CCNA (Required)CCNP (Strongly preferred – ENCOR + concentration exam)Strong proficiency in enterprise network operations and troubleshooting.Experience supporting on-site events and engineering deployments.Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, Extreme, Palo Alto, and Ubiquiti technologies.Deep knowledge of routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and load balancing solutions.Experience with cloud networking in AWS and Azure environmentsStrong understanding of WAN technologies, BGP, and telecommunications providers.Familiarity with network monitoring tools and packet capture analysisKnowledge of data center environments, including VXLAN, virtualization, DNS, storage, and environmental systems.Experience with Cisco Unified Communications Manager and Microsoft Teams Voice.Expertise in voice routing and troubleshooting across multiple phone systemsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex technical challengesAbility to work independently while contributing effectively to cross-functional teamsProven ability to document, communicate, and present technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellenceEffective prioritization, organization, and execution aligned to business and strategic goalsExperience across the full lifecycle of network projects (design, test, deploy, validate, operate, optimize, decommission)Strong collaboration mindset with the ability to share knowledge and elevate team performanceAbility to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and external partnersCapacity to perform effectively under pressure while adhering to established processesExposure to automation and scripting using Python, REST APIs, JSON, XML, and Git.Why This Role:Senior Network Engineer is an opportunity to help shape the future of NASCAR's technology and digital fan experience through building and maintaining the high-performance networks that power race operations, media, and enterprise systems. In this role, you'll work at the intersection of innovation and performance, supporting mission-critical systems that enable real-time race experiences, connect teams and fans, and drive our racing business forward.
You'll gain exposure to unique, large-scale environments, including live events, data centers, and cutting-edge network technologies, while continuing to grow your expertise in a collaborative and high-impact team.Behind every race weekend are talented people helping shape the future of sports and entertainment. If you are ready to make an impact alongside passionate teammates, we encourage you to apply.Our people are the key to our success. That is why we offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package focused on wellness, and opportunities to grow and develop both personally and professionally.NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to conducting recruitment and hiring activities in a fair, ethical, and legally compliant manner.
In support of this commitment, all employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications, skills, experience, and performance, and are made without discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic.