Network Engineer

About the role

Viridien is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team, reporting to the Network Engineer Team Lead.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of network infrastructure across HPC data center and enterprise environments
• Support standard operating procedures in both cloud and on-premises network infrastructure
• Ensure smooth production operations through careful planning and coordinated change management
• Deploy and support technical solutions to mitigate vulnerabilities and automate repeatable operational tasks
• Develop and maintain network monitoring and telemetry capabilities to improve observability across the environment
• Coach and mentor junior engineering staff to empower growth and team cohesion
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to deliver support and recommendations regarding network technologies
• Provide detailed and accurate documentation on network designs, standards, and IP addressing
• Travel domestically or internationally as required on a limited basis
• Participate in an on-call support rotation and occasional out-of-hours maintenance activities

Requirements

• 5+ years of overall experience installing and supporting network systems and architectures for global companies
• Hands-on experience with modern data center fabric architectures, including spine-leaf topologies, BGP EVPN/VXLAN, and layer 3 underlay design
• Experience deploying and supporting network security platforms, including next-generation firewalls and IPS/IDS
• Experience with Data center operations management
• Experience with network monitoring, telemetry, and alerting systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear and thorough technical documentation

Skills

• BS Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (desired)
• Experience supporting hardware and software in a multi-vendor environment (desired)
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting for operational tasks (Python, Ansible, or equivalent) (desired)
• Experience supporting Software Defined WAN (SD-WAN) solutions (desired)
• Knowledge of Linux operating systems and virtualization environments (desired)
• Experience with IPAM and network documentation platforms (desired)
• Knowledge of modern data center fiber optic cabling and connector standards (desired)
• Moderate technical knowledge of network security best practices (desired)
• CCNA or equivalent networking certification or experience (desired)