Senior Network Engineer/Forigate/Linux/Start Up

We're partnering with a cutting-edge Start Up based in the San Francisco Bay Area that's actively seeking a Network Engineer for a hybrid, full-time opportunity. This company provides infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud consulting services to a range of mid-size and enterprise clients. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in routing and switching, Fortinet firewalls, and Linux systems, with the flexibility to support both on-prem and cloud-connected environments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex infrastructure puzzles while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll be joining a collaborative engineering team that values both deep technical chops and strong communication. The company offers the best of both worlds-hybrid flexibility with in-office collaboration in a modern Bay Area space, and the chance to work on diverse, high-impact projects across industries. If you're looking for a role that blends hands-on networking, security, and some systems-level engineering-this is it.

Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of experience in network engineering roles
Strong expertise in routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP)
Hardcore familiarity with Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate, FortiManager, etc.)
Solid knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and VPN technologies
Basic-to-intermediate experience with Linux OS administration (RedHat, Ubuntu, or similar)
Ability to work in a hybrid capacity with occasional onsite client visits in the Bay Area

Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with Cisco and/or Meraki hardware
Scripting or automation experience (Bash, Python, or Ansible)
Exposure to cloud networking (AWS or Azure VNETs, VPNs, etc.)
Fortinet NSE certifications or similar vendor-specific credentials
Background in managed services or consulting environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown
50% Routing/Switching
30% Fortinet Firewall Management
10% Linux OS
10% Cloud & Automation

Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands-On Network Engineering
20% Client-Facing Support & Troubleshooting
10% Documentation & Team Collaboration

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO and Paid Holidays
401(k) with Employer Match
Professional Training & Certification Reimbursement

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

We're partnering with a cutting-edge Start Up based in the San Francisco Bay Area that's actively seeking a Network Engineer for a hybrid, full-time opportunity. This company provides infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud consulting services to a range of mid-size and enterprise clients. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in routing and switching, Fortinet firewalls, and Linux systems, with the flexibility to support both on-prem and cloud-connected environments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex infrastructure puzzles while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll be joining a collaborative engineering team that values both deep technical chops and strong communication. The company offers the best of both worlds-hybrid flexibility with in-office collaboration in a modern Bay Area space, and the chance to work on diverse, high-impact projects across industries. If you're looking for a role that blends hands-on networking, security, and some systems-level engineering-this is it.

Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of experience in network engineering roles
Strong expertise in routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP)
Hardcore familiarity with Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate, FortiManager, etc.)
Solid knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and VPN technologies
Basic-to-intermediate experience with Linux OS administration (RedHat, Ubuntu, or similar)
Ability to work in a hybrid capacity with occasional onsite client visits in the Bay Area

Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with Cisco and/or Meraki hardware
Scripting or automation experience (Bash, Python, or Ansible)
Exposure to cloud networking (AWS or Azure VNETs, VPNs, etc.)
Fortinet NSE certifications or similar vendor-specific credentials
Background in managed services or consulting environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown
50% Routing/Switching
30% Fortinet Firewall Management
10% Linux OS
10% Cloud & Automation

Daily Responsibilities
70% Hands-On Network Engineering
20% Client-Facing Support & Troubleshooting
10% Documentation & Team Collaboration

The Offer

You will receive the following benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
PTO and Paid Holidays
401(k) with Employer Match
Professional Training & Certification Reimbursement

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.