SpaceX

Sr. IT Network Engineer

SpaceX$155K — $215K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related STEM field with 7+ years of professional networking experience, or 10+ years of experience without a degree.
  • Expertise in OSI model and networking standards.
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco Catalyst and Juniper data center switches.
  • Familiarity with wireless technologies, specifically Cisco LAN controllers.
  • Proficiency in network access control (NAC) utilizing 802.1X.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and troubleshooting of large-scale wired and wireless networks.
  • Configure and support campus and data center networks.
  • Troubleshoot network issues in both wired and wireless environments.
  • Ensure deployment of network access control using 802.1X.
  • Develop and enforce network policies and guidelines.
  • Plan project roadmaps for network infrastructure activities.
  • Create automation tools for network support operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Access to disability and life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and three weeks of paid vacation.
  • Ten or more paid holidays per year with accrued sick leave.
Full Job Description
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-scale, complex wired and wireless networks
  • Configure, install, and support 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 7+ of years professional network engineering experience; OR 10+ 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, Juniper, 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 CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or JNCIE

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Must have valid driver's license


COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay Range:
Level 3: $155,000.00 - $215,000.00

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 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. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. a7 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

About SpaceX

SpaceX is an American aerospace manufacturer and space transportation services company founded in 2002 by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The company designs, manufactures, and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. SpaceX has developed the Falcon 1, Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, and Dragon spacecraft. The company was founded with the goal of reducing space transportation costs and enabling the colonization of Mars. SpaceX has achieved several milestones in spaceflight, including the first privately-funded liquid-propellant rocket to reach orbit, the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft to the International Space Station, and the first privately-funded company to send a human-rated spacecraft to orbit.
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