Senior Network Engineer - Deployments

NVIDIA•Santa Clara, CA

About The Position

NVIDIA is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Deployment Engineer with 10+ years of progressive experience to lead complex, large-scale campus network deployment projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader responsible for the design, build-out, and continuous maintenance of high-performance enterprise campus networks (wired and wireless). A key focus of this role is employing network automation tools and scripting (Ansible, Python) for efficient, repeatable deployments, coupled with strong project management skills for leading and executing end-to-end site builds globally.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
10+ years of progressive network engineering experience with strong emphasis on enterprise campus design and large-scale deployments.
Strong fundamentals in TCP/IP, routing and switching, and hands-on operational experience driving production cutovers.
Hands-on experience (or strong familiarity) with one or more of: Cisco, Arista, Mist, Aruba, Cumulus Linux.
Working knowledge of modern network designs and protocols such as BGP, and exposure to EVPN/VXLAN (where applicable).
Experience with NAC and authentication technologies: 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, EAP, CoA (wired and wireless).
Security experience including hands-on work with Palo Alto firewalls, enterprise firewall policy, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with load balancers (e.g., F5, Citrix) and how they integrate into enterprise network services.
Proficiency in Linux for troubleshooting, tooling, and deploying/operating network services; comfort with packet capture tools (e.g., Wireshark).
Demonstrated ability to automate workflows (at least medium proficiency) using Python and automation frameworks such as Ansible/Salt, plus strong communication and multi-project ownership.

Nice To Haves

CCNP/CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure or Wireless) or comparable advanced industry certifications.
Experience with RF planning, site surveys, and hands-on Wi-Fi troubleshooting in large campus deployments.
Strong experience with SD-WAN and IPsec VPNs, including design, deployment, and operationalization.
Experience integrating network deployments with monitoring/telemetry and performance analysis platforms (dashboards, alerting, validation).
Track record of delivering repeatable, automated site builds using standardized templates, validation gates, and deployment pipelines.

Responsibilities

Lead the comprehensive design, architecture, implementation, and optimization of complex wired and wireless campus network infrastructures.
Manage and implement end-to-end site deployments, overseeing all phases from requirements gathering and architecture design through configuration, testing, cutover, and final operational handover.
Collaborate cross-functionally with internal IT teams, security, data center teams, facilities, and external vendors to ensure seamless project delivery.
Create, maintain, and enforce robust network documentation (diagrams, standards, templates) and best practices.
Drive network automation initiatives by developing and utilizing scripts and tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, Netmiko) for configuration management, deployment, and operational tasks.
Provide advanced, third-level troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex network issues across all technologies.
Proactively manage project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion and providing regular status updates.