Network Engineer

5C Data Centers USA, Inc.•Springfield, OH

1d•$105,000 - $145,000•Remote

About The Position

We are looking for a Network Engineer responsible for implementing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting the organization's data center network infrastructure. This role oversees network performance, troubleshoots complex technical issues, manages routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and supports ongoing improvements to network security, scalability, and availability. The Network Engineer works closely with operations and architect teams to monitor network health, respond to incidents, document configurations, and support infrastructure projects. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a stable and secure network environment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, a data-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
At least 5 years of hands-on experience operating data-centre networks, including routing, firewalling, and optical networking technologies across major platforms such as Juniper, Arista, NVIDIA Cumulus, and Cisco.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem resolution, including in high-pressure situations.
Significant hands-on experience with networking protocols and concepts, particularly Ethernet switching and BGP, as well as TCP, UDP, HSRP/VRRP, DNS, ARP, IPv4, and IPsec VPN.
Working experience with spine-leaf architectures using EVPN-VXLAN.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Operations team to maintain infrastructure reliability, promptly resolve operational issues, and support the smooth rollout of new designs and solutions.
Configure and deploy multi-vendor networking technologies and equipment.
Support customers as needed and contribute to a positive customer experience.
Troubleshoot switching, routing, and network connectivity issues involving data center fabrics, upstream connectivity, security policies, and VPNs.
Plan and execute scheduled maintenance for network growth and upgrades.
Create and review operational documentation, including recurring-issue procedures, standard operating procedures, knowledge-transfer materials and network diagrams.
Participate in on-call rotation.