Principal Network Engineer

Oracle

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Work type
On-site
Location
Seattle, WASanta Clara, CAAustin, TX
Salary
$109,200–$223,400 / yr
Posted
5 days ago

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TL;DR · Principal Network Engineer

As a Principal Network Engineer at OCI's AI Infrastructure - Network Operations team, you will lead the design, deployment, and operations of large-scale global cloud computing environments, focusing on RDMA/RoCE network fabrics. Your day-to-day responsibilities include managing network lifecycle programs, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and serving as a technical expert for complex projects. You will develop detailed designs from high-level architectures, automate non-traditional tasks, and provide Tier2 support for large-scale events. The role requires expertise in BGP routing protocol, network automation, Python programming, and team leadership. With a focus on AI and HPC services supporting major tier-0 vendors, you will ensure robust network operations across OCI's extensive global footprint, which includes hundreds of thousands of network devices and millions of servers.

What you'll do

  • Lead the design and deployment of large-scale global network fabrics for OCI's AI and HPC services.
  • Manage complex project requirements, specifications, and documentation as a technical lead.
  • Develop detailed network solutions consisting of multiple modules with intricate interactions.
  • Serve as Tier2 escalation point for resolving large-scale network issues and conducting root cause analysis.
  • Automate non-traditional tasks through scripting to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Provide technical guidance and coaching to junior staff members, fostering skill development.

What we're looking for

  • 6+ years of experience in network engineering and operations
  • Expertise in BGP routing protocol and network automation
  • Strong skills in Python programming for scripting and automation
  • Experience leading teams and providing technical guidance
  • Ability to decompose high-level architectures into detailed designs
  • Collaborative work with cross-functional teams and vendors
  • Technical responsibility for complex project requirements and documentation

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