8+ years of experience with firewalls, routers, and switches administration
Deep understanding of Layer 2 networking and troubleshooting
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code
Experience with Configuration Management
Knowledge of AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, and Direct Connect is a plus
Experience with High Bandwidth Storage Networks
Proficient in MPLS, VPLS, or SD-WAN technologies
Experience with virtual switches in cluster computing environments
Background in supporting Information Security policies and initiatives
Operational Technology experience in a Manufacturing environment is a plus
Responsibilities
Understand application transport and network infrastructure protocols, including SD-WAN
Create accurate network diagrams and documentation for network communication systems
Deploy and manage networks across multiple sites to ensure redundancy
Visualize complex solutions and think critically through problems
Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with Data Systems teams
Design and maintain centralized configuration management for networking gear
Build mechanisms for monitoring and maintaining platform health, performance, and security
Develop processes to ensure uptime, SLAs, and security of critical components
Benefits
Comprehensive Total Rewards package including benefits, perks, and equity
Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment
Collaborative team culture that encourages problem-solving
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge networking technologies
Physical presence in a supportive work environment
Full Job Description
Who You Are
You are a seasoned Network Engineer with years of relevant data center experience delivering highly available and resilient networks in multi-office or data center environments. You are open to being based primarily in Moses Lake, with a physical presence required for equipment management. You have a passion for finding dropped packets and understanding why they occur. Dynamic routing is a skill youve developed and feel comfortable with. Youre a team player who looks forward to tackling the next challenge with your teammates. Curiosity describes you and your approach to your work.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Knowledge of application transport and network infrastructure protocols and SD-WAN
Ability to create accurate network diagrams and documentation for design and planning network communication systems.
Ability to deploy and manage multiple sites, environments and work to achieve network redundancy.
The ability to think through problems and visualize complex solutions
Maximize network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades and collaborating with other Data Systems teams.
Design, manage, and maintain centralized configuration management of Networking Gear
Build monitoring, supervision, and resiliency mechanisms to observe, react to, and maintain platform health, performance, and security.
Develop and support processes to maintain uptime, SLAs, security, and availability of critical platform components.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
8+ years of experience with administering, monitoring, and securing firewalls, routers and switches.
Deep Layer 2 knowledge and troubleshooting
Infrastructure as code a plus
Configuration Management
AWS VPC, Transit Gateway and Direct Connect is a plus
Experience with High Bandwidth Storage Networks
Experience working with MPLS, VPLS or SD-WAN
Experience with virtual switches in cluster computing environments
Experience supporting Information Security policies, controls, and initiatives
Experience with Operational Technology in a Manufacturing environment a plus
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
Pass a respirator fit test and be able to wear respiratory protection on a daily basis
Wear personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, and steel toe safety shoes
Enter spaces narrower than 3 feet
Walk miles a day to work on various parts of the facility.
The starting base pay for this role is between $146,000 and $185,000 at the time of posting. The actual base pay depends on many factors, such as education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Silas competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, and equity. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. LI-#RS1 LI-#Onsite
About Sila Nanotechnologies
Sila Nanotechnologies is a materials science company that develops and manufactures advanced battery materials for electric vehicles and other applications. Founded in 2011, Sila is focused on creating materials that can significantly increase the energy density and performance of lithium-ion batteries, while also reducing their cost and environmental impact. Sila's technology has the potential to revolutionize the battery industry and accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, which are critical to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and combating climate change. Sila has a highly experienced team of scientists and engineers, and has received significant funding from investors and government agencies.
