Network Engineer
5C Data Centers USA, Inc. · Springfield, Ohio, United States · $105K–$145K/yr
IT Services and IT Consulting · 51-200 employees
About the role
The Network Engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting the organization's data center network infrastructure. This role involves managing routers, switches, and firewalls while collaborating with operations teams to ensure network health and security.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 5 years of hands-on experience operating data center networks with proficiency in major platforms like Juniper, Arista, and Cisco. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is required, along with strong knowledge of networking protocols such as BGP and EVPN-VXLAN.
Full description
5C DATA CENTERS
Join the Future of Digital Infrastructure
Are you a passionate Network Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact? We're building the next generation of digital infrastructure powering hyperscalers, AI innovation, and high-performance computing across North America.
JOB TITLE
Network Engineer
DEPARTMENT
Cloud Ops
LOCATION
Remote- US
WORK ARRANGEMENT
Remote
SALARY RANGE
$105,000 – $145,000
Role Summary
We are looking for Network Engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, troubleshooting and supporting the organization's data centers network infrastructure.
This role oversees network performance, troubleshoots complex technical issues, manages routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and supports ongoing improvements to network security, scalability, and availability.
The Network Engineer works closely with operations and architect teams to monitor network health, respond to incidents, document configurations, and support infrastructure projects. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a stable and secure network environment.
How We Work at 5C
Our core values guide how we collaborate, make decisions, support one another, and serve our customers. We're looking for people who embrace them and help us build something great.
What You Will Do
- Work closely with the Operations team to maintain infrastructure reliability, promptly resolve operational issues, and support the smooth rollout of new designs and solutions.
- Configure and deploy multi-vendor networking technologies and equipment.
- Support customers as needed and contribute to a positive customer experience.
- Troubleshoot switching, routing, and network connectivity issues involving data center fabrics, upstream connectivity, security policies, and VPNs.
- Plan and execute scheduled maintenance for network growth and upgrades.
- Create and review operational documentation, including recurring-issue procedures, standard operating procedures, knowledge-transfer materials and network diagrams.
- Participate in on-call rotation.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, a data-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience operating data-centre networks, including routing, firewalling, and optical networking technologies across major platforms such as Juniper, Arista, NVIDIA Cumulus, and Cisco.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem resolution, including in high-pressure situations.
- Significant hands-on experience with networking protocols and concepts, particularly Ethernet switching and BGP, as well as TCP, UDP, HSRP/VRRP, DNS, ARP, IPv4, and IPsec VPN.
- Working experience with spine-leaf architectures using EVPN-VXLAN.
Why Join 5C Data Centers?
At 5C, we believe great people build great companies. You'll build a rewarding career while helping shape the future of digital infrastructure - one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.
Career Growth
Build a rewarding career in one of the world's fastest-growing industries.
Industry Leadership
Help power the infrastructure behind AI and high-performance computing.
Entrepreneurial Culture
Your ideas matter - we empower employees to help shape our future.
Comprehensive Rewards
Competitive pay plus meaningful, lasting impact on the work you do.
Life at 5C
We're more than a workplace - we're a team of builders, innovators, and problem-solvers united by a shared purpose: creating infrastructure that powers the technologies transforming our world. Your voice matters here, and we encourage fresh ideas at every level.
Ready to Apply?
If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear your story. Apply today and discover what your future could look like at 5C Data Centers.
5C Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. 5C evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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