Realm26.01.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Mid-Senior Network Engineer - Datacenter Operations

$150K–$250K/year

About the Role

We are seeking a Mid-Senior Network Engineer - Datacenter Operations to join our rapidly scaling AI infrastructure company. This Network Engineer remote position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and play a crucial role in supporting the backbone of AI research and development.

What You'll Do

  • Own network operations for an assigned datacenter region, supporting deployments, turn-ups, and expansions.
  • Act as Tier 2/3 escalation point for network incidents, ensuring swift resolution of issues.
  • Troubleshoot complex L1–L3 and fabric-level issues to maintain optimal network performance.
  • Coordinate network break-fix activities with onsite teams and vendors to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Manage RMAs and vendor escalations effectively.
  • Build and maintain regional/network observability dashboards to monitor performance metrics.
  • Validate production readiness and operational handover for new deployments.

Requirements

  • 4+ years of experience in network engineering with a strong focus on production operations.
  • Proven experience in running and troubleshooting live datacenter networks.
  • Strong incident response and outage leadership experience.
  • Hands-on experience with EVPN/VXLAN, BGP, CLOS, and high-radix switching.
  • Confident in troubleshooting L2/L3, routing, fabric, and physical faults.
  • Experience with SQL-backed dashboards (Grafana, Tableau, or similar).
  • Working knowledge of Python for operations, analysis, or scripting.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 30-40% of the time.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in AI/ML or HPC network operations (RDMA, RoCEv2, lossless Ethernet).
  • Previous site, campus, or regional operations ownership.
  • Hands-on hardware break-fix and RMA coordination experience.
  • Familiarity with network monitoring, alerting, and telemetry tools.
  • Experience in follow-the-sun or globally distributed operations.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary range of $150,000 - $250,000, commensurate with experience.
  • Meaningful equity opportunities to share in our success.
  • Generous PTO policy to support work-life balance.
  • Remote flexibility with an emphasis on in-office presence when necessary.
  • Opportunity to work with a talented team in a high-growth environment.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-growth AI infrastructure company, with competitive compensation and the chance to make a significant impact.

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Industry
Tech
Location
Remote

Who Will Succeed Here

Proficient in advanced network protocols including EVPN and VXLAN, with hands-on experience in configuring BGP for efficient data routing and managing both Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking environments.

Self-motivated and disciplined, capable of working effectively in a fully remote setting while managing multiple tasks and projects, demonstrating strong time management and organizational skills.

Analytical mindset with a strong understanding of Python scripting to automate network tasks and proficient in using monitoring tools like Grafana and Tableau for data visualization and performance metrics.

Learning Resources

Network Engineering Basicsarticle

Career Path

Mid-Senior Network Engineer - Datacenter Operations(Now)Lead Network Engineer(1-2 years)Network Architect(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$32B
Annual Growth
9.5%
AI Adoption in Network Management
45%
Investment in Datacenter Technologies
+25%
Labour Demand for Network Engineers
+15%
Avg Salary for Mid-Senior Network Engineers
$110K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Network EngineeringEVPNVXLAN
Growing in Demand
Network Automation (Ansible)Cloud Networking (AWS/Azure)Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Declining
Traditional Network Protocols (RIP, IGRP)Static Routing Configuration

Domain Trends

Increased Adoption of SDN and NFV
Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) are projected to grow by 25% in 2024, enabling more agile and efficient network management.
Rise of Edge Computing
With the increase in IoT devices, edge computing is expected to grow by 35%, driving demand for network engineers who can manage distributed data centers.
Integration of AI in Network Operations
AI tools for predictive analytics in network management are being adopted by 45% of enterprises, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime.

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