Senior Engineering Manager – Network Infrastructure

Nordstrom

Sr Engineering Manager leading Network Engineering team within SNAAP at Nordstrom. Overseeing enterprise network platform across retail stores, fulfillment centers, and distribution centers.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $166,000 - $258,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive expertise in network engineering, including hands-on experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and SD-WAN technologies. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, optimize network performance, and manage incident response in complex environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Network EngineeringCloud Networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)SD-WAN TechnologiesIncident Response ManagementTeam Leadership

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Network AutomationRouting Protocols (BGP, OSPF)WAN TechnologiesQoS PoliciesNetwork SegmentationData Center Network FabricsEnterprise Wired and Wireless NetworkingLong-Term PlanningRoadmap ExecutionObservability and Monitoring Practices

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Versa NetworksNew RelicDatadogSplunk

Industry Keywords

Incident ResponseChange Advisory BoardNetwork SolutionsNetwork Performance OptimizationNetwork Automation Initiatives

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead daily stand-ups and sprint planning with your engineering team
Review and approve architectural designs for new network solutions
Partner with store technology, fulfillment operations, and cloud teams to design and deliver network solutions
Own incident response for all network-impacting events
Conduct 1:1 meetings with team members to provide coaching
Collaborate with Cloud Architecture, Security, and Infrastructure teams
Participate in the Change Advisory Board to review and approve production network changes
Analyze network performance and cost data to optimize routing policies
Contribute to network automation initiatives and design reviews
Lead post-incident reviews with rigor
Engage beyond the network boundary to support resolution of degraded services
Participate in on-call rotation alongside your team

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of hands-on network engineering experience spanning both on-premises enterprise infrastructure and cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
At least 3+ years in a people management or technical team leadership role
Proven expertise in long-term planning and roadmap execution for the team
Proven expertise with SD-WAN technologies, with hands-on experience deploying or operating Versa Networks or comparable platforms
Strong understanding of cloud networking across AWS, Azure, GCP, and/or OCI
Demonstrated experience with enterprise wired and wireless networking
Hands-on experience with data center network fabrics
Deep knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), WAN technologies, QoS policies, and network segmentation
Demonstrated track record of owning incident response end-to-end in complex, distributed environments
Familiarity with network automation and infrastructure-as-code tools
Strong understanding of observability and monitoring practices using tools like New Relic, Datadog, Splunk
Proven track record of building and developing high-performing engineering teams
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away
Life Insurance and Disability
Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources
This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses.
Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more.