Senior Network Engineer (Datacenter)

TL;DR

Senior Network Engineer (Datacenter): Designing, deploying, and managing datacenter network infrastructure, including Juniper and Palo Alto stacks, with an accent on secure and reliable connectivity and systems administration. Focus on transforming a complex lab environment into a stable, high-performance network and influencing cloud network strategy.

Location: Must be in the greater Austin Area and able to be onsite in our datacenter 2-3 days a week. This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Company

hirify.global automates IT to deliver visibility, security, and control over all endpoints for more than 30,000 customers.

What you will do

• Design, deploy, and manage datacenter network infrastructure (Juniper, Palo Alto).
• Operate as a full-stack engineer, managing physical servers and VMWare environments.
• Own physical datacenter operations, including cabling, rack layouts, and hardware installation.
• Provide stakeholder support for testing requirements and compute resources.
• Collaborate on datacenter architecture and influence cloud network strategy.
• Serve as an escalation point for network performance and connectivity issues.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in network and systems engineering.
• Proven experience building and managing datacenter networks (Juniper, Palo Alto preferred).
• Hands-on experience with VMWare (ESXi/vCenter) and managing Linux/Windows servers.
• Willingness to perform diverse tasks like racking servers, debugging software, and configuring VLANs.
• Ability to implement standards, security, and organization in unstructured environments.
• Reside within a commutable distance (approx. 30-45 mins) of North Central Austin and be willing to be onsite 2–3 days a week.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan available.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Collaborative, kind, and curious community.
• Hybrid remote work flexibility.