Senior Network SRE - Diverse Linx
Santa Clara, CA
About the Job
Job Summary:
Senior Network SRE
The Network Support and SRE team is in search of a seasoned Network SRE technical lead to help actualize the SRE vision for our network infrastructure. This role demands a unique blend of hands-on expertise in network operations, engineering, and observability. A proficient Network SRE is dedicated to enhancing network operations, diligently working to minimize manual labor and achieve Service Level Objectives (SLOs). Our approach includes minimizing reactive operational tasks, conducting blameless postmortems, and proactively identifying and mitigating network risks to foster continuous improvement. This is crucial for ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining an engaging, varied work environment. We encourage autonomy in tackling significant projects and are committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere that offers the mentorship necessary for professional development and growth.
As a Network SRE, your role will focus on:
Owning the operational aspect of the network infrastructure, ensuring its high availability and reliability.
Partnering with architecture, tooling, and deployment teams to guarantee that new implementations are supportable and align with production standards.
Advocating for and implementing automation to reduce toil and enhance operational efficiency.
Monitoring network performance, identifying areas for improvement, and coordinating with relevant teams to execute enhancements.
Leading the network support team towards a culture of reliability and operational excellence.
Collaborating with SMEs to resolve production issues swiftly and effectively, maintaining customer satisfaction.
Identifying opportunities for operational improvements and partnering with teams to develop solutions that drive excellence and sustainability in network operations.
What we need to see:
Educational Background: BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Professional Experience: Minimum of 8 years of industry experience in network site reliability engineering, network operations, or related areas. Experience on both campus and data center networks.
Network Skills: In depth expertise in network technologies such as TCP/UDP, IPv4/IPv6, Wireless, BGP, VPN, L2 switching, , Firewalls, Load Balancers, EVPN, VxLAN, Segment Routing. Proven track record in network operations.
Programming and Scripting Skills: Experience in one or more of the following: Python, Perl, Bash.
Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with network management tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Alert Manager, Nautobot/Netbox, Netdisco
System Administration: Knowledge of Linux system fundamentals is a plus.
Problem-Solving and Communication: Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with excellent communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive.
Ways to stand out:
Support Automation: Track record of taking operational signals through means such as SNMP, Syslog, Streaming Telemetry to solve operational challenges
Code Optimization: Ability to debug and optimize code; automate routine tasks.
Platform Exposure: Experience with Mellanox/Cumulus Linux, Palo Alto firewalls, Netscalers and F5 load balancers
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.
Senior Network SRE
The Network Support and SRE team is in search of a seasoned Network SRE technical lead to help actualize the SRE vision for our network infrastructure. This role demands a unique blend of hands-on expertise in network operations, engineering, and observability. A proficient Network SRE is dedicated to enhancing network operations, diligently working to minimize manual labor and achieve Service Level Objectives (SLOs). Our approach includes minimizing reactive operational tasks, conducting blameless postmortems, and proactively identifying and mitigating network risks to foster continuous improvement. This is crucial for ensuring client satisfaction and maintaining an engaging, varied work environment. We encourage autonomy in tackling significant projects and are committed to fostering a supportive atmosphere that offers the mentorship necessary for professional development and growth.
As a Network SRE, your role will focus on:
Owning the operational aspect of the network infrastructure, ensuring its high availability and reliability.
Partnering with architecture, tooling, and deployment teams to guarantee that new implementations are supportable and align with production standards.
Advocating for and implementing automation to reduce toil and enhance operational efficiency.
Monitoring network performance, identifying areas for improvement, and coordinating with relevant teams to execute enhancements.
Leading the network support team towards a culture of reliability and operational excellence.
Collaborating with SMEs to resolve production issues swiftly and effectively, maintaining customer satisfaction.
Identifying opportunities for operational improvements and partnering with teams to develop solutions that drive excellence and sustainability in network operations.
What we need to see:
Educational Background: BS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Professional Experience: Minimum of 8 years of industry experience in network site reliability engineering, network operations, or related areas. Experience on both campus and data center networks.
Network Skills: In depth expertise in network technologies such as TCP/UDP, IPv4/IPv6, Wireless, BGP, VPN, L2 switching, , Firewalls, Load Balancers, EVPN, VxLAN, Segment Routing. Proven track record in network operations.
Programming and Scripting Skills: Experience in one or more of the following: Python, Perl, Bash.
Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with network management tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Alert Manager, Nautobot/Netbox, Netdisco
System Administration: Knowledge of Linux system fundamentals is a plus.
Problem-Solving and Communication: Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with excellent communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive.
Ways to stand out:
Support Automation: Track record of taking operational signals through means such as SNMP, Syslog, Streaming Telemetry to solve operational challenges
Code Optimization: Ability to debug and optimize code; automate routine tasks.
Platform Exposure: Experience with Mellanox/Cumulus Linux, Palo Alto firewalls, Netscalers and F5 load balancers
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.
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