Staff Network Engineer Backbone & Cloud at PayPal

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Network Engineering, Cloud Integration, Infrastructure as Code, F5 Local Traffic Managers, Juniper Routing, Layer-2 Protocols, Layer-3 Protocols, Traffic Engineering, Network Architecture, Cloud Networking, AWS, GCP, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS

Industry

Software Development

Description

Lead the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the organization's network and security infrastructure to ensure high performance and reliability. Architect and integrate networks across multiple business units and diverse cloud environments, ensuring seamless connectivity and scalability. Champion the use of Infrastructure as Code processes to automate and maintain infrastructure consistency, scalability, and up-to-date configurations. Oversee the configuration, deployment, and management of F5 Local Traffic Managers (LTMs) and Advanced Security Modules (ASMs) to ensure seamless application delivery and security. Create and implement strategies for integrating cloud Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), interconnects, and direct connects, ensuring efficient and secure data flow between on-premises and cloud environments. Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the network's scalability and resilience, ensuring it can handle growing business demands and traffic loads. Work closely with infrastructure, application, and security teams to ensure network designs meet cross-functional requirements and adhere to best practices. 5+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven experience managing large-scale, global backbone networks, preferably within financial services, payments, or highly regulated environments Strong hands-on experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting Juniper routing and switching platforms, including Juniper MX and QFX series Deep working knowledge of networking technologies, including Layer-2 and Layer-3 protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF/IS-IS, MPLS) operating global backbone. Hands-on experience managing Backbone traffic engineering (MPLS, RSVP-TE, Segment Routing), public peering with ISPs, CDNs and partners (BGP Traffic engineering). Experience in interfacing with carriers for peering, circuit delivery, troubleshooting and migration. Strong background in network architecture, design, operations, and structured troubleshooting methodologies Juniper Service Provider certifications (JNCIS / JNCIP) are highly desirable Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business unit partners in developing project objectives and timelines for various partner onboarding and network connectivity solutions. Work with vendors, clients, carriers and technical staff on network implementation, optimization, migration and ongoing network management. Create and define network engineering best practices, documentation, and building MOP & SOP. Review network capacity and develop plans to meet current and future demand for global backbone working with external circuit providers and vendors. Provide high-level support and technical expertise in networking technology, and be available to work with global teams in the event of critical outages Provide high-level technical expertise and escalation support for backbone and Cloud networking Proficiency with leading public cloud providers network services -AWS and GCP is a must, and experience with Azure is desirable. Strong experience with cloud native load balancers, API Gateway, Private Service Connect (PSC), and PrivateLink for secure and scalable service exposure.

Responsibilities

Lead the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of the organization's network and security infrastructure. Oversee the management of F5 Local Traffic Managers and create strategies for integrating cloud environments.