Sr/Staff Network Software Engineer (Remote - US)

BNSF Railway • ,

2d • Remote

About The Position

This is a full-time remote position for a Sr or Staff Network Software Engineer. The role involves developing and operating cloud-native systems, networks, and services using GitOps workflows, building and operating network infrastructure and management systems, and collaborating with internal application teams to improve infrastructure usability. The engineer will help design and run systems that scale across data centers, edge locations, and public cloud, and demonstrate operational excellence by monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues, including participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation. The position requires a passion for automation and simplifying processes for business partners, with a unique combination of a solid understanding of infrastructure, networking, virtualization, and automation.

Requirements

• Authorized to work in the US.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience working in production network environments supporting large-scale global infrastructures.
• Hands-on experience managing hybrid cloud networks using AWS and/or Azure.
• Extensive understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a remote team environment.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the field of network engineering.
• Expert Knowledge of Switching and Routing Protocols such as Spanning Tree Protocols, OSPF, BGP, VXLAN, etc.
• Experience developing Infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python or Go
• Strong experience with automation using device API’s.
• Strong experience with Linux, Git, Github Actions, Jenkins, Prometheus and Grafana.
• Experience with multiple network operating systems Cisco IOS, SONiC, Arista EoS, Panorama and PanOS.
• Experience with VMware AVI, F5 or other Load Balancing Technologies.
• Experience with firewall policy management.
• Experience integrating 3rd party systems such as Aruba/Versa SDWAN, Arista, Infoblox IPAM, etc.
• Understanding of Agile Working Methodology & Environment

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, including leading design reviews and providing technical direction across components/teams.
• Proven ability to mentor and coach engineers, and to create reusable standards/frameworks and documentation that improve team autonomy and decision-making.
• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF’s assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).
• Experience in Rail, Shipping, Airline, Logistics, Warehousing, Supply Chain, or other Transportation industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate cloud-native systems, networks, and services using GitOps workflows
• Build and operate network infrastructure and management systems
• Collaborate with internal application teams to improve infrastructure usability and feedback
• Help design and run systems that scale across our data centers, edge locations, and public cloud
• Demonstrate operational excellence by monitoring, troubleshooting, and resolving production issues, including participating in a 24/7 on‑call rotation

Benefits

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree