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DigitalOcean

Senior Network Engineer I (Network)

DigitalOcean, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Senior Network Engineer I (Network)

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DigitalOcean Dive in and do the best work of your career at DigitalOcean. We’re looking for a Senior Network Engineer who is passionate about networking at large scale. As a Senior Network Engineer at DigitalOcean, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing cloud computing and AI. You’ll be a technical leader, tasked with maintaining DigitalOcean's mission-critical edge and backbone network, with the ultimate goal of becoming an expert in our global network infrastructure. What You’ll Do

Design, implement, and manage the core network infrastructure, including routers, switches, and optical gear across our global data centers and points of presence. Develop and implement network automation solutions using Python and Salt to streamline operations and deployment. Troubleshoot complex network issues, perform root cause analysis, and ensure the stability and uptime of DigitalOcean’s mission-critical edge and backbone network. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate network services with our cloud platform and support the next generation of cloud computing and AI. Work with network peers and transit providers to optimize cost and connectivity. What You’ll Add To DigitalOcean

Extensive experience in large-scale network infrastructure design and management, with a strong command of networking protocols including TCP/IP, BGP, ISIS, EVPN, and VXLANs. Proven hands-on experience with network automation tools and scripting, specifically Python and Salt. The ability to effectively configure and troubleshoot hardware from major vendors such as Cisco, Arista, and Juniper. A bonus for relevant industry certifications such as CCNP or JNCIP. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to take ownership and communicate effectively in a fast-paced, remote environment. A passion for mentoring junior team members and providing technical leadership to drive projects and initiatives to completion. A data-driven approach to network operations, with experience in network observability and performance analytics to proactively identify issues and optimize infrastructure. Why You’ll Like Working for DigitalOcean

We innovate with purpose. You’ll be part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud and AI so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, and scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, and decisions. We prioritize career development. We provide resources to ensure you keep growing, including reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning’s 10,000+ courses to support continued growth and development. We care about your well-being. We provide a competitive array of benefits to support you from our Employee Assistance Program to Local Employee Meetups to flexible time off policy, with specifics varying by location and regulations. We reward our employees. The salary range and bonus eligibility are determined by market data, experience, and performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire and the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program. We value diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service. This is a remote role. EEO and Eligibility

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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