Senior Distinguished Technologist (AI Networking)

TL;DR

Senior Distinguished Technologist (AI Networking): Leading architecture and solution design for AI/ML networking infrastructure and data center opportunities with an accent on hyperscale environments and complex WAN technologies. Focus on influencing multi-billion-dollar deals, driving technical strategy, and mentoring engineering teams to solve challenging connectivity issues.

Location: Remote (USA)

Salary: $257,500 – $624,000 (based on location and performance)

Company

hirify.global is a global edge-to-cloud company focused on helping organizations connect, protect, and analyze data to accelerate innovation.

What you will do

• Act as a primary technical architect for complex sales cycles, translating business needs into scalable networking solutions.
• Architect end-to-end infrastructure for AI networking, hyperscale data centers, and WAN environments.
• Lead solution design and orchestration, collaborating with product teams and systems engineers.
• Deliver high-impact technical presentations, demos, and proof-of-concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Engage with hyperscalers and technology partners to co-design solutions for emerging industry challenges.
• Develop architecture playbooks and provide technical leadership to junior technologists.

Requirements

• 20+ years of technical experience in network infrastructure architecture and solutions consulting.
• Deep expertise in hyperscale routing, MPLS, SDN overlays (EVPN/VXLAN), and network fabrics.
• JNCIE or equivalent certification required.
• Proven success in complex pre-sales roles with ability to influence C-Level stakeholders.
• Experience with programming/scripting (Python, APIs, JSON) for automation and integration.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%, including international travel on short notice.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive health, financial, and emotional wellbeing benefits.
• Dedicated career development programs and internal mobility opportunities.
• Inclusive work environment that values diverse backgrounds and flexibility.
• Support for work-life balance and personal needs.