CMK Resources, Inc.
Senior Network Engineer – AI Cloud Infrastructure (Contract to Hire)
CMK Resources, Inc., San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Senior Network Engineer – AI Cloud Infrastructure (Contract to Hire)
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Base pay range $90.00/hr - $95.00/hr
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CMK Resources is partnering with a fast-scaling AI cloud platform on a high-impact, confidential search. This team is solving cutting-edge infrastructure challenges to support massive-scale AI and HPC workloads. They are urgently seeking an experienced
Staff/Sr. Staff+ Network Engineer
to lead architecture and design of next-generation networking systems. This is a
contract-to-hire role (6 months)
with the potential to convert to full-time. You’ll work closely with a highly technical engineering team and help shape the backbone of our client's AI cloud platform.
Responsibilities
Architect and implement network infrastructure supporting large-scale AI/HPC compute clusters
Own the design and integration of Arista and Nvidia networking solutions (Infiniband, Spectrum X)
Build and support low-latency data center networking using RoCE and RDMA technologies
Design scalable routing protocols (BGP, OSPF/IS-IS, EVPN, VXLAN, MPLS)
Provide expert guidance on backbone, edge, and peering infrastructure
Collaborate cross-functionally with compute, storage, and software teams
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to global on-call support
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related area
15+ years of experience in network engineering or architecture roles
Proven track record building and scaling production network infrastructure
Hands‑on experience with Arista and Nvidia networking gear
Deep understanding of RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet)
Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, MPLS, etc.)
Experience with cloud connectivity to AWS, GCP, Azure or similar
Familiar with switch/router chipsets (Broadcom, Barefoot) and vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Mellanox)
Bonus: scripting with Python, Ansible, or automation tools
Comfortable working onsite (Sunnyvale, CA/Dublin, Ireland) or remotely with travel as needed
Why Join
Help build one of the most technically advanced AI infrastructure platforms in the world
Work at the intersection of HPC, AI, and next‑gen data center networking
Join a small, senior team that moves fast and works on real impact
Opportunity to lead and mentor while staying deeply technical
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Industries Energy Technology and IT Services and IT Consulting
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Base pay range $90.00/hr - $95.00/hr
Direct message the job poster from CMK Resources, Inc.
CMK Resources is partnering with a fast-scaling AI cloud platform on a high-impact, confidential search. This team is solving cutting-edge infrastructure challenges to support massive-scale AI and HPC workloads. They are urgently seeking an experienced
Staff/Sr. Staff+ Network Engineer
to lead architecture and design of next-generation networking systems. This is a
contract-to-hire role (6 months)
with the potential to convert to full-time. You’ll work closely with a highly technical engineering team and help shape the backbone of our client's AI cloud platform.
Responsibilities
Architect and implement network infrastructure supporting large-scale AI/HPC compute clusters
Own the design and integration of Arista and Nvidia networking solutions (Infiniband, Spectrum X)
Build and support low-latency data center networking using RoCE and RDMA technologies
Design scalable routing protocols (BGP, OSPF/IS-IS, EVPN, VXLAN, MPLS)
Provide expert guidance on backbone, edge, and peering infrastructure
Collaborate cross-functionally with compute, storage, and software teams
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to global on-call support
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related area
15+ years of experience in network engineering or architecture roles
Proven track record building and scaling production network infrastructure
Hands‑on experience with Arista and Nvidia networking gear
Deep understanding of RoCE (RDMA over Converged Ethernet)
Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, MPLS, etc.)
Experience with cloud connectivity to AWS, GCP, Azure or similar
Familiar with switch/router chipsets (Broadcom, Barefoot) and vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Mellanox)
Bonus: scripting with Python, Ansible, or automation tools
Comfortable working onsite (Sunnyvale, CA/Dublin, Ireland) or remotely with travel as needed
Why Join
Help build one of the most technically advanced AI infrastructure platforms in the world
Work at the intersection of HPC, AI, and next‑gen data center networking
Join a small, senior team that moves fast and works on real impact
Opportunity to lead and mentor while staying deeply technical
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Industries Energy Technology and IT Services and IT Consulting
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