Network Engineer II

Applied Digital Corporation•Dallas, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Applied Digital is seeking an Enterprise Network Engineer II to join its DCT Infrastructure team. The role calls for professional-level network knowledge, such as JNCIP-ENT, CCNP, or equivalent experience, and firsthand expertise in enterprise network operations, implementation, and support. The engineer will work with routing protocols, switching, firewalls, and wireless networks while collaborating with senior engineers and developing skills in network automation and advanced technologies. The position is remote and requires 30–40% travel. It includes participation in an on-call rotation and occasional off-hours maintenance windows. The role reports to the Senior Director of Infrastructure. Applied Digital develops data center solutions for high-performance computing and AI and machine learning workloads. The company describes itself as a team of forward-thinking, resilient, and innovative designers working to solve complex problems, improve operational efficiency, advance business initiatives, and reduce its carbon footprint. The role requires the ability to remain seated for extended periods and to lift and carry up to 15 pounds as needed. Applied Digital is unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position.

Requirements

JNCIP-ENT, CCNP, or equivalent professional-level certification, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge and experience.
5–7 years of firsthand experience implementing and supporting enterprise networks.
Solid understanding of OSPF, BGP, and ISIS routing protocols.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls, including Juniper SRX and Fortinet.
Working knowledge of switching technologies, including MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN, VLANs, spanning tree, and link aggregation.
Experience supporting enterprise Wi-Fi networks and working knowledge of wireless standards, security protocols, and networking fundamentals.
Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
Strong work ethic.
Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Willingness to travel; the stated travel requirement is 30–40%.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Juniper and Cisco.
JNCIA, JNCIS-ENT, or JNCIP-ENT certification.
Familiarity with network automation tools such as Mist, AWX, Python, Ansible, and Security Director Cloud.
Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies.
Experience with cloud networking, including AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Understanding of data center networking concepts.
Familiarity with network monitoring platforms such as DataDog, Zabbix, or Splunk.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain OSPF, BGP, and ISIS routing protocols across the enterprise network.
Configure and support multi-vendor firewall platforms, including Juniper and Fortinet.
Deploy and manage routing and switching infrastructure from vendors including Juniper and Cisco.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise wireless networks to provide reliable, secure Wi-Fi coverage.
Troubleshoot network issues and collaborate with senior engineers to resolve complex problems.
Assist with developing and implementing network automation.
Perform network changes according to established change management procedures.
Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues.
Maintain accurate network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and procedures.
Participate in network projects and technology refresh initiatives.
Provide support during the on-call rotation for critical infrastructure and occasional off-hours maintenance windows.