Senior Network Deployment Engineer

Details

NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. Today, NVIDIA is using the potential of AI to define the next era of computing, with GPUs powering computers, robots, and self-driving cars.

The company is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Deployment Engineer with 12+ years of progressive experience to lead complex, large-scale network deployment projects from inception to completion. The role is hands-on and includes the design, build-out, and continuous maintenance of high-performance enterprise network connectivity projects, including cloud connectivity, WAN peerings, and data center builds. A key focus is using network automation tools and scripting, including Ansible and Python, for efficient, repeatable deployments, combined with strong project management skills for leading and executing global site builds.

Responsibilities

• Lead the comprehensive design, architecture, implementation, and optimization of complex cloud and WAN core network infrastructures.
• Manage and implement end-to-end site deployments, from requirements gathering and architecture design through configuration, testing, cutover, and final operational handover.
• Collaborate with internal IT, security, data center, and facilities teams, as well as external vendors, to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Create, maintain, and enforce robust network documentation, including diagrams, standards, templates, and best practices.
• Drive network automation initiatives by developing and using scripts and tools such as Python, Ansible, and Netmiko for configuration management, deployment, and operational tasks.
• Provide advanced, third-level troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex network issues across all technologies.
• Proactively manage project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion and providing regular status updates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
• 12+ years of progressive network engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on enterprise campus design and large-scale deployments.
• Strong fundamentals in TCP/IP, routing, and switching, with hands-on operational experience driving production cutovers.
• Hands-on experience or strong familiarity with one or more of Cisco, Arista, and Cumulus Linux.
• Working knowledge of modern network designs and protocols, including extensive BGP routing expertise and strong exposure to EVPN/VXLAN data center designs.
• Security experience, including hands-on work with Palo Alto firewalls, enterprise firewall policy, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with load balancers such as F5 and Citrix and their integration with enterprise network services.
• Proficiency in Linux for troubleshooting, tooling, and deploying and operating network services.
• Familiarity with packet capture tools such as Wireshark.
• Demonstrated ability to automate workflows using Python and automation frameworks such as Ansible and Salt, with at least medium proficiency.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to own multiple projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCNP, CCIE, or comparable advanced industry certifications.
• Strong experience with SD-WAN and IPsec VPNs, including design, deployment, and operationalization.
• Experience integrating network deployments with monitoring, telemetry, and performance analysis platforms, including dashboards, alerting, and validation.
• A track record of delivering repeatable, automated site builds using standardized templates, validation gates, and deployment pipelines.

Benefits

The expected base salary range is USD 208,000–333,500. The role also includes eligibility for equity and benefits. NVIDIA is committed to an inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.