Sr. IT Network Engineer

SpaceX
Hawthorne, CA
On-site

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 7+ years of network engineering experience and a strong background in enterprise infrastructure.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 7+ years of network engineering experience and a focus on enterprise infrastructure design
    — “Bachelor’s degree ... 7+ of years professional network engineering experience
  • Individuals with hands-on experience in Cisco and Juniper data center switches and wireless controllers
    — “Hands on experience with the following: Cisco Catalyst, Juniper, and Arista data center class switches

Things to consider

  • The role requires extended hours and weekend availability as part of the work commitment
    — “Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • U.S. citizenship or residency is a mandatory requirement due to ITAR regulations
    — “applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident

How to stand out

  • Highlight leadership in designing redundant, enterprise-grade networks with specific examples
    — “Lead the design, implementation and troubleshooting of large-scale, complex wired and wireless networks
  • Showcase experience with network access control and 802.1X implementation
    — “Support the deployment of network access control (NAC) using 802.1X
  • Demonstrate proficiency in network automation and scripting, especially in Python
    — “Experience with Python scripting
  • Emphasize your ability to document and maintain complex network infrastructure
    — “Create and maintain proper documentation of our networks
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • designing and implementing large-scale networks
  • deploying network access control
  • developing network automation tools
Typical background
professional network engineering experienceexpert understanding of networking technologies

Skills & requirements

Required

Network DesignNetwork ImplementationTroubleshootingNetwork AutomationNetwork Policies

Preferred

Linux/windows System AdministrationPython Scripting

Stack & domain

Cisco CatalystJuniperAristaCisco Wireless LAN ControllersNetwork Access Control (nac)Wave Division MultiplexingFiber OpticsDNSDHCPSNMPIP HelpersARPCDPLLDPBGP RoutingSwitch Port Security FeaturesNetwork Monitoring ToolsLinux/windows System AdministrationPython ScriptingCommunicationProblem-solvingTeamworkCCNPCCIEJncipJncieIT OperationsNetwork Engineering

About the role

Original posting from SpaceX via Greenhouse

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. IT NETWORK ENGINEER

SpaceX is looking for an experienced network engineer with expertise in networking technologies that support routing, switching, dynamic multicast, Wi-Fi, network access control, automation, etc. This position will be directly involved with supporting and expanding our campus and data center infrastructure as well as our expansive wireless network using reliable and redundant design standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the design, implementation and troubleshooting of large-scale, complex wired and wireless networks

Configure, install, and support campus and data center networks

Troubleshoot wired/wireless networking related issues

Support the deployment of network access control (NAC) using 802.1X

Develop and enforce network policies and standards

Plan and prepare project roadmaps

Develop network automation tools to support our enterprise network

Monitor network health using in-house and 3rd party tools

Create and maintain proper documentation of our networks 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 7+ of years professional network engineering experience; OR 10+ years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Expert understanding of the OSI model and network standards

Hands on experience with the following:

Cisco Catalyst, Juniper, and Arista data center class switches

Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies

Network Access Control (NAC) using 802.1X

Wave Division Multiplexing and Fiber Optics

DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP

BGP routing

Switch port security features

Network monitoring tools

Network documentation

Linux/Windows system administration

Experience with Python scripting

Industry standard certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or JNCIE

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed

Must have valid driver's license

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:

Level 3: $155,000.00 - $215,000.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com. 

Source: SpaceX careers (Greenhouse)

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