Network Architect

Sphere Entertainment Group, LLC • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Sphere Entertainment Co. is a leader in immersive experiences, technology and media. The Company includes Sphere, an experiential medium powered by advanced technologies. The first Sphere opened in Las Vegas, with a second venue planned for Abu Dhabi. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a direct-to-consumer and authenticated streaming product, MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com.

Who are we hiring?
The Network Architect Sphere designs the networks supporting Sphere Entertainment Co with a focus on new Spheres. This key technical position is accountable for defining and documenting architecture in accordance with engineering best practices and standards, leading mission critical network design efforts, and developing network automation solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or computer engineering or applicable experience, i.e., 10+ years of enterprise network design and architecture experience
• 7+ years working with enterprise system platforms such as compute, storage, data centers and automation
• 3+ years designing connectivity to public cloud services providers
• Expertise in designing networks leveraging Precision Time Protocol (PTP)
• Expertise in designing network deployments leveraging BGP and EIGRP protocols
• Experience designing networks supporting Cisco Spaces
• Experience designing WiFi deployments supporting large spaces
• Experience using SolarWinds, Cisco ThousandEyes, PTP Trackhound
• Experience using Cisco Catalyst Center and Nexus Dashboard
• Able to document network designs and diagrams using Visio or Lucid Chart or similar tool
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Responsibilities

• Engage business partners and external vendors to define network requirements and design
• Leverage network analytics and anecdotal evidence to identify and remediate network inefficiencies in existing designs and enhance resiliency for future designs
• Partner with MSGE Network Engineers to define and document network standards
• Participate in MSGE Infrastructure Technical Review Board
• Document proposed Sphere architecture

Benefits

• recognition of the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward
• robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers
• Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities
• We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds!
• MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
• In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees