Sr. IT Network Engineer

SR. IT NETWORK ENGINEER

SpaceX is looking for an experienced network engineer with expertise in networking technologies that support routing, switching, dynamic multicast, Wi-Fi, network access control, automation, etc. This position will be directly involved with supporting and expanding our campus and data center infrastructure as well as our expansive wireless network using reliable and redundant design standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, implementation and troubleshooting of large and complex wireless networks
• Configuring, installing and supporting campus and data center networks
• Troubleshoot wired/wireless networking related issues
• Support the deployment of network access control (NAC) using 802.1X
• Develop and enforce network policies and standards
• Plan and prepare project roadmaps
• Develop network automation tools to support our enterprise network
• Monitor network health using in-house and 3rd party tools
• Create and maintain proper documentation of our networks 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 5+ of years professional network engineering experience OR 7+ years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Expert understanding of the OSI model and network standards
• Hands on experience with the following:
  • Cisco Catalyst and Arista data center class switches
  • Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies
  • Network Access Control (NAC) using 802.1X
  • Wave Division Multiplexing and Fiber Optics
  • DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP
  • BGP routing
  • Switch port security features
  • Network monitoring tools
  • Network documentation
• Linux/Windows system administration
• Experience with Python scripting
• Industry standard certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed 

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:        

IT Network Engineer/Senior: $135,000.00 - $180,000.00/per year        

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.