Network Engineer II

About the role

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms. We are forward‑thinkers, resilient, and innovative designers committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint.

We are seeking a skilled Enterprise Network Engineer II with professional‑level knowledge (JNCIP‑ENT, CCNP, or equivalent experience) to join our infrastructure team. This role requires a candidate that is willing to travel and have expertise in enterprise network operations, implementation, and support. The ideal candidate will bring firsthand experience with routing protocols, switching, firewalls, and a desire to grow their skills in network automation and advanced technologies.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and ISIS across the enterprise network
• Configure and support multi-vendor firewall platforms including Juniper and Fortinet.
• Deploy and manage Routing & Switching infrastructure from vendors including Juniper and Cisco
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise wireless networks to ensure reliable, secure Wi-Fi coverage for all users
• Troubleshoot network issues and collaborate with senior engineers to resolve complex problems
• Assist in the development and implementation of network automation
• Perform network changes following established change management procedures
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues
• Maintain accurate network documentation including diagrams, configurations, and procedures
• Participate in network projects and technology refresh initiatives
• Provide support during on-call rotation for critical infrastructure and occasional off-hours maintenance windows

Requirements

• JNCIP-ENT, CCNP, or equivalent professional-level certification, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge and experience at that level
• 5-7 years of firsthand experience implementing and supporting enterprise networks
• Solid understanding of OSPF, BGP, and ISIS routing protocols
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls (Juniper SRX, Fortinet)
• Working knowledge of switching technologies including MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN, VLANs, spanning tree, and link aggregation
• Experience supporting enterprise Wi-Fi networks, with working knowledge of wireless standards, security protocols, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong work ethic
• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Qualifications

• Experience with Juniper and Cisco JNCIA, JNCIS-ENT, JNCIP-ENT
• Familiarity with network automation tools such as Mist, AWX, Python, Ansible, Security Director Cloud.
• Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Understanding of data center networking concepts
• Familiarity with network monitoring platforms (DataDog, Zabbix, Splunk)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field