Senior Network Engineer

Santa Clara, CA, United States

Company Overview:

BE PART OF BUILDING THE FUTURE.

What do NASA and emerging space companies have in common with COVID vaccine R&D teams or with Roblox and the Metaverse?

The answer is data, -- all fast moving, fast growing industries rely on data for a competitive edge in their industries. And the most advanced companies are realizing the full data advantage by partnering with Pure Storage. Pures vision is to redefine the storage experience and empower innovators by simplifying how people consume and interact with data. With 11,000+ customers including 58% of the Fortune 500, weve only scratched the surface of our ambitions.

Pure is blazing trails and setting records:

For ten straight years, Gartner has named Pure a leader in the Magic Quadrant

Our customer-first culture and unwavering commitment to innovation have earned us a certified Net Promoter Score in the top 1% of B2B companies globally

Industry analysts and press applaud Pures leadership across these dimensions

And, our 5,000+ employees are emboldened to make Pure a faster, stronger, smarter company as we go

If you, like us, say bring it on to exciting challenges that change the world, we have endless opportunities where you can make your mark.

Position Overview:

Data Center Network Engineering Team at Pure

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with extensive experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining large-scale data center networks. This Network Engineering team supports all internal engineering teams, including FlashBlade, FlashArray, Pure1, and others, to provide reliable services that allow the company to develop new products and features. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in building and optimizing data center networks supporting VXLAN and BGP, along with expertise in load balancing and network firewall technologies.

Responsibilities:

Network Design and Architecture

Design, architect, and implement complex data center network solutions using VXLAN and BGP protocols.

Develop network architecture blueprints and documentation to support scalability, redundancy, and performance requirements.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate network solutions that meet business requirements and support growth initiatives.

Implement an automation-first approach by developing tools and workflows to streamline network provisioning, configuration management, and troubleshooting processes.

Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting Optimize network performance through continuous monitoring, tuning, and capacity planning.

Troubleshoot complex network issues, perform route cause analysis, and implement timely solutions to minimize downtime and ensure service availability.

Participate in an on-call rotation.

Network Security Configure and manage network firewalls to enforce security policies and protect against unauthorized access and malicious activities.

Implement security best practices and compliance standards to safeguard network infrastructure and sensitive data.

Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential security risks.

Load Balancing Design and implement load balancing solutions to distribute traffic efficiently across network resources and ensure high availability of services.

Configure and optimize load balancers for performance, scalability, and fault tolerance.

Monitor and troubleshoot load balancing configurations to identify and resolve issues promptly.

Public Cloud Networking Design, deploy, and manage networking components in public cloud environments, including AWS and Azure.

Configure and optimize virtual networks, subnets, and routing tables to ensure seamless connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.

Implement cloud-native networking services and features to enhance performance, reliability, and security.

Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance and support.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, Systems Engineering, and Security to ensure seamless integration of network infrastructure with other IT systems.

Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their potential impact on network architecture and operations.

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

12+ years of experience in network engineering roles, with a focus on supporting data center environments.

Expertise in VXLAN and BGP protocols, including hands-on experience with configuration and troubleshooting.

Proficiency in load balancing technologies and strategies, such as F5, HAProxy, or NGINX.

Strong understanding of network security principles and experience with firewall configuration and management, preferably supporting Palo Alto Networks, Cisco ASA, or Juniper SRX.

Hands-on experience with public cloud platforms, particularly AWS and Azure, and familiarity with cloud networking services (e.g., VPC, Azure Virtual Network).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues effectively.

Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Bonus Skills:

Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP-DC, or equivalent.

Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) technologies and concepts.

Familiarity with automation and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible) for network automation and orchestration.

Knowledge of container networking technologies and orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).

Pay Range:

USD $190,000.00 - USD $284,000.00 /Yr.