Vultr

Senior Network Operations Engineer

Remote

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cloud Infrastructure, Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 7 years of experience with BGP-based networks, including extensive knowledge of Internet-scale routing tables, IRR’s, RIR’s, RPKI, routing policies, peering policies, and architectures. Experience with technologies like VxLAN and EVPN is required, along with advanced Linux administration (Debian) skills including FRR, Bird, iptables, nftables, ebtables, ipset, and Linux Kernel routes. Cloud networking experience with VPC’s, NFV, Direct Connect, and IPsec is necessary. Proficiency in Python scripting and Ansible playbooks is mandatory. Hands-on experience with network vendors such as Juniper, Cisco, Brocade, Cumulus, and SONiC is required. CCNA or JNCIA certifications are highly preferred. A flexible schedule for maintenance, including weekends and holidays, is necessary. Experience in network operations troubleshooting, planning, and deployment of network changes, as well as documenting troubleshooting processes and proactively detecting network issues, is essential. Experience building scripts/tools for automation and gathering network health data, and opening/following up tickets with vendors and transit providers are also required.

Responsibilities

The Senior Network Operations Engineer will support the underlay and overlay networking within the Vultr global network infrastructure. Responsibilities include working directly with customers to onboard BYO-BGP customers, troubleshooting performance issues related to availability, reachability, latency, and jitter, and addressing cloud-native VPC networks. The role involves researching network events to identify technical debt, architecture issues, or process problems, and taking ownership of end-to-end improvements. Additionally, the engineer will compose, review, and test procedure documentation for scheduled maintenance to minimize customer impact and enhance customer experience, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure swift resolution of network issues, including automation. Troubleshooting issues across all layers of the OSI model is a key responsibility.

Skills

Network Operations
Network Infrastructure
Underlay Networking
Overlay Networking
BGP
Troubleshooting
Cloud Infrastructure

Vultr

Cloud infrastructure provider with global deployment

About Vultr

Vultr provides cloud infrastructure services, specializing in high-performance SSD VPS (Solid State Drive Virtual Private Servers) that can be deployed globally in just 60 seconds. Their services include cloud compute instances, storage solutions, and networking capabilities, allowing clients to manage and deploy resources easily. Unlike many competitors, Vultr operates on a subscription-based model where clients pay only for the resources they use, making it a cost-effective option for businesses of all sizes. With a strong focus on customer support, handling over 35,000 requests monthly, Vultr aims to simplify cloud computing for developers, startups, and enterprises across more than 150 countries.

West Palm Beach, FloridaHeadquarters
2014Year Founded
$323.9MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Gym Membership

Risks

Increased competition in AI infrastructure could erode Vultr's market share.
Rapid expansion may lead to operational challenges if not managed carefully.
Dependence on partnerships poses risks if strategic misalignments occur.

Differentiation

Vultr offers over 20 data center locations across 5 continents for low latency.
The company provides high-performance cloud infrastructure at a fraction of Big Tech costs.
Vultr's SSD VPS can be deployed globally in just 60 seconds.

Upsides

Vultr secured $3.5B for global expansion in AI infrastructure and cloud computing.
Partnerships with AMD, Broadcom, and Juniper enhance Vultr's AI and cloud capabilities.
Vultr's competitive pricing model attracts businesses seeking cost-effective cloud solutions.

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