Senior Cloud & Network Engineer

Robert Half Technology is seeking a Senior Cloud & Network Engineer for a high-ownership hybrid opportunity based in Pasadena, CA or Oakland, CA. This role is ideal for a senior infrastructure professional who can own complex cloud, network, and systems projects while serving as a Tier III escalation point for critical infrastructure issues.This is not a ticket-heavy support role. The right person will help lead cloud and network initiatives, support a highly Azure-based environment, mentor junior team members, and take ownership of infrastructure across multiple office locations.Responsibilities:Lead and support complex infrastructure projects across Azure cloud, networking, systems, backups, and enterprise infrastructureServe as a Tier III escalation point for network, cloud, systems, and infrastructure issuesSupport Azure infrastructure, Azure networking, Azure backups, cloud systems, and hybrid connectivityManage and optimize enterprise networking, including routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, wireless, VLANs, and network segmentationSupport Cisco Catalyst switching while helping the environment evolve toward Juniper networking over timeAssist with SD-WAN, cloud networking, and multi-site connectivity across office and remote locationsOwn infrastructure upgrades, technical documentation, project timelines, risks, and stakeholder communicationSupport disaster recovery, business continuity, monitoring, automation, and infrastructure improvement initiativesMentor Tier I and Tier II support team members and provide technical leadership across the IT teamWork with vendors, leadership, and cross-functional teams to drive reliable, secure, and scalable solutionsQualifications:5–15 years of experience in systems, network, cloud, or infrastructure engineeringStrong Tier III infrastructure, network, or systems engineering backgroundHands-on experience with Azure infrastructure, Azure networking, cloud systems, and backup technologiesStrong networking experience with Cisco Catalyst switchingJuniper networking exposure preferred; dual Cisco/Juniper background is a strong plusExperience with HP networking preferredMSP background strongly preferredExperience supporting multi-site environments, including corporate offices and remote locationsExposure to SD-WAN preferred, especially Juniper/Aruba EdgeConnectExperience with Microsoft server, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and cloud identity conceptsStrong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and mentoring skillsCertifications are helpful but not requiredCompensation / Work Model:Salary: $125K–$150K baseBonus opportunity in placeLocation: Pasadena, CA or Oakland, CAWork Model: Hybrid, ideally 4 days onsite