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Principal Network Architect

 

Principal Network Architect

  • JR-156776
  • Hybrid
  • Remote
  • Redwood City
  • Technology
  • Full time
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Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. 

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Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers—because progress starts with fresh ideas. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

Design and develop interconnection solutions and services based on product management and NSE requirements. This includes proof of concept testing and configuration development on network infrastructure.


Responsibilities
Architecture Development

  • Participates in designing next generation infrastructure and solutions for layers 1-3 network services

  • Analyzes, selects, and performs proof of concept testing on optical, switching, and transport technology options from various vendors

  • Has deep understanding of vendor community network solutions and capabilities, and influences changes in their roadmaps to meet Equinix's needs

  • Develops configuration guides to be used by NSE and Software Engineering personnel

  • Architects and validates solutions based on Product Management and NSE requirements. Influences changes.


Testing & Validation

  • Develops test plans and strategies to ensure that architectural concepts and features work as anticipated and meet the requirements provided by Product Management and/or NSE, including alternative approaches such as vendor conducted testing

  • Provides input to test plans to be conducted by Network Engineering, System Integration and Testing and Software Engineering to ensure end to end scenarios are evaluated

  • Participates in deployment readiness evaluation with Global Network Engineering and NSE teams


Vendor Management

  • Understands platform vendor roadmaps and technology and translates those into solutions/services


Qualifications

  • 15+ years experience in Network Engineering and Architecture

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering or Related Field preferred

  • Has practical knowledge of network automation techniques, and understands how to use and write tests for network automation.

  • Python knowledge and SQL knowledge are both pluses

  • Substantive knowledge of network (function) disaggregation, including merchant silicon and ODM solutions

  • Expert level knowledge with service provider networking technologies and protocols, including BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, Segment Routing, RSVP, QoS, EVPN, VXLAN, traffic engineering (backbone & edge)

This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.

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Résumé du poste

Responsable de l’architecture, de la conception, du déploiement et du dépannage de diverses solutions logicielles, vous aurez à interagir avec les équipes commerciales et produits afin d’influer les besoins et à vous occuper de l’intégration de tous les systèmes et applications de l’entreprise. Parallèlement, travaillant en étroite collaboration avec les équipes architecture et réseau, vous orienterez la conception, la validation et les déploiements.

Responsabilités
Développement de l’architecture

  • Participer à la conception de l’infrastructure et des solutions de prochaine génération pour les services de réseau des couches 1 à 3

  • Analyser, sélectionner et exécuter les essais de validation de concept portant sur les options de technologie optique, de commutation et de transport provenant de divers fournisseurs

  • Comprendre en profondeur les solutions et les capacités des réseaux de la communauté des fournisseurs et influencer les changements dans leurs feuilles de route pour répondre aux besoins d’Equinix

  • Élaborer des guides de configuration à l’usage du personnel NSE (ingénieurs en systèmes de réseaux) et de génie logiciel

  • Architecturer et valider des solutions fondées sur les exigences des équipes de gestion des produits et de NSE. Influencer les changements


Essais et validation

  • Élaborer des plans et des stratégies d’essais pour s’assurer que les concepts d’architecture et les caractéristiques fonctionnent comme prévu et qu’ils répondent aux exigences fournies par les équipes de gestion des produits et/ou de NSE, y compris des approches alternatives telles que les essais conduits par les fournisseurs

  • Contribuer aux plans d’essais à réaliser par les équipes d’ingénierie réseau, d’intégration et d’essais systèmes et de génie logiciel afin de s’assurer que les scénarios de bout en bout sont évalués

  • Participer à l’évaluation des préparatifs du déploiement aux côtés des équipes mondiales d’ingénierie réseau et de NSE

Gestion des fournisseurs

  • Comprendre les feuilles de route des fournisseurs de plateformes, de même que leurs technologies, et les traduire en solutions/services

Qualifications

  • Plus de 15 ans d’expérience en ingénierie et architecture réseau

  • Baccalauréat en génie électrique, électronique, génie informatique ou dans un domaine connexe, de préférence

  • Connaissance pratique des techniques d’automatisation réseau et compréhension des modes d’emploi et d’écriture de tests d’automatisation réseau

  • Atouts : connaissance de Python et de SQL

  • Connaissance substantielle de la désagrégation (de fonctions) réseau, y compris les solutions composants tiers et ODM

  • Connaissance experte des technologies et protocoles réseau des fournisseurs de services, notamment BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, Segment Routing (routage de segment), RSVP, QoS, EVPN, VXLAN, ingénierie du trafic (dorsale et périphérie)

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 213,000 - 319,000 USD / Annual

United States - CA Bay Area : 213,000 - 319,000 USD / Annual

United States - Other posted locations not specifically listed : 177,000 - 265,000 USD / Annual

United States - CA Non-Bay Area, AK, CT, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, VA, WA : 195,000 - 293,000 USD / Annual

Canada - Remote Location - CA : 139,000 - 209,000 CAD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.  If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

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