Network Engineer II

Job Title: Network Engineer II

Department: DCT Infrastructure

Reports to: Senior Director of Infrastructure

Employment Status: Exempt/Fulltime

Location: Remote

Travel - 30-40%

About Applied Digital:

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms.

We are:

• Forward-Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

At Applied Digital, we are committed to solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward-thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Enterprise Network Engineer II with professional-level knowledge (JNCIP-ENT, CCNP, or equivalent experience) to join our infrastructure team. This role requires a candidate that is willing to travel and have expertise in enterprise network operations, implementation, and support. The ideal candidate will bring firsthand experience with routing protocols, switching, firewalls, and a desire to grow their skills in network automation and advanced technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, and ISIS across the enterprise network
• Configure and support multi-vendor firewall platforms including Juniper and Fortinet.
• Deploy and manage Routing & Switching infrastructure from vendors including Juniper and Cisco
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot enterprise wireless networks to ensure reliable, secure Wi-Fi coverage for all users
• Troubleshoot network issues and collaborate with senior engineers to resolve complex problems
• Assist in the development and implementation of network automation
• Perform network changes following established change management procedures
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify potential issues
• Maintain accurate network documentation including diagrams, configurations, and procedures
• Participating in network projects and technology refresh initiatives
• Provide support during on-call rotation for critical infrastructure and occasional off-hours maintenance windows

Basic Qualifications:

• JNCIP-ENT, CCNP, or equivalent professional-level certification, or demonstrable equivalent knowledge and experience at that level
• 5-7 years of firsthand experience implementing and supporting enterprise networks
• Solid understanding of OSPF, BGP, and ISIS routing protocols
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise firewalls (Juniper SRX, Fortinet)
• Working knowledge of switching technologies including MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN, VLANs, spanning tree, and link aggregation
• Experience supporting enterprise Wi-Fi networks, with working knowledge of wireless standards, security protocols, and networking fundamentals.
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong work ethic
• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Juniper and Cisco
• JNCIA, JNCIS-ENT, JNCIP-ENT
• Familiarity with network automation tools such as Mist, AWX, Python, Ansible, Security Director Cloud.
• Knowledge of SD-WAN technologies
• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Understanding of data center networking concepts
• Familiarity with network monitoring platforms (DataDog, Zabbix, Splunk)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

***Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EA…