Equinix · 9 hours ago
Principal Network Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$213K/yr - $319K/yr
15+ years expEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, and they are seeking a Principal Network Architect to design and develop interconnection solutions and services. The role involves proof of concept testing and configuration development on network infrastructure, while collaborating with product management and NSE requirements.
Cloud Data ServicesData CenterInformation TechnologyInfrastructureInternetSoftware
Responsibilities
Participates in designing next generation infrastructure and solutions for layers 1-3 network services
Analyzes, selects, and performs proof of concept testing on optical, switching, and transport technology options from various vendors
Has deep understanding of vendor community network solutions and capabilities, and influences changes in their roadmaps to meet Equinix's needs
Develops configuration guides to be used by NSE and Software Engineering personnel
Architects and validates solutions based on Product Management and NSE requirements. Influences changes
Develops test plans and strategies to ensure that architectural concepts and features work as anticipated and meet the requirements provided by Product Management and/or NSE, including alternative approaches such as vendor conducted testing
Provides input to test plans to be conducted by Network Engineering, System Integration and Testing and Software Engineering to ensure end to end scenarios are evaluated
Participates in deployment readiness evaluation with Global Network Engineering and NSE teams
Understands platform vendor roadmaps and technology and translates those into solutions/services
Qualification
Required
15+ years experience in Network Engineering and Architecture
Has practical knowledge of network automation techniques, and understands how to use and write tests for network automation
Substantive knowledge of network (function) disaggregation, including merchant silicon and ODM solutions
Expert level knowledge with service provider networking technologies and protocols, including BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, Segment Routing, RSVP, QoS, EVPN, VXLAN, traffic engineering (backbone & edge)
Preferred
Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering or Related Field preferred
Python knowledge and SQL knowledge are both pluses
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.
Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge.
Company
Equinix
Equinix is an internet company that provides data center services for companies, businesses, and organizations.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.27BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Crosslink Capital
2025-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $499.92M
2025-07-22Post Ipo Equity
2025-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $374.96M
Leadership Team
Adaire Fox-Martin
CEO
Keith Taylor
Chief Financial Officer
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