Senior Network Architect - Tencent Global Edge Network
About The Position
Tencent’s Technology Engineering Group (TEG) supports the company and its business groups through technology and operational platforms, R&D management, and data center construction and operations. TEG operates extensive networking, device, and data center infrastructure and supports infrastructure research and development through internal and open-source collaboration. Tencent is seeking a Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of global network infrastructure, with a focus on CDN and edge computing ecosystems. The role aims to ensure high availability, scalability, and cost-efficiency across international markets. It includes designing and managing global CDN and edge network architectures, evolving those architectures in response to business needs, designing and deploying edge data center (PoP) network facilities, and contributing to automated and intelligent network operations and maintenance tools. The position is located in Bellevue, Washington. The expected base salary range is $128,700 to $241,600 per year. Eligible employees may receive a sign-on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units, subject to case-by-case evaluation and applicable plan terms. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan; 15 to 25 vacation days per year depending on tenure; up to 13 holidays; and up to 10 paid sick days per year. Benefits may vary by location, employment status, duration of employment, and position level, and may be prorated for employees who start during the calendar year.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in architectural design for globally distributed data center network infrastructure.
- Deep understanding of edge data center network architectures and CDN requirements.
- Track record in edge network design focused on performance improvement and cost optimization.
- Familiarity with global ISP network architectures and workflows, including the ability to analyze, locate, and resolve complex global network issues.
- Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching and TCP/IP protocols.
- Experience with globally distributed internet CDN providers, ISP backbone networks, or globally distributed data center architecture and operations.
- Deep understanding of large IP backbone networks and an interest in continuous technical investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to communicate in English and Mandarin with international teams; preferred but not required.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Shell.
Responsibilities
- Lead network architecture design and operational management for global CDN and edge computing infrastructures.
- Drive iterative upgrades and optimization of global edge network architectures to meet evolving business demands.
- Manage the systemic design and deployment of edge data center (PoP) network facilities.
- Contribute to developing automated and intelligent network operations and maintenance tools to improve operational quality and efficiency.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
- Participation in the company’s 401(k) plan.
- 15 to 25 vacation days per year, depending on tenure.
- Up to 13 holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Up to 10 days of paid sick leave per year.
- Potential sign-on payment, evaluated case by case.
- Potential relocation package, evaluated case by case.
- Potential restricted stock units, evaluated case by case.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
