Senior SerDes Architect – Lead
Omni Design Technologies, Inc.
DAC
Principal Network and Protocol Architect
Leidos
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: San Diego • California, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $126,100 - $227,950 per year
Job Level
Lead
Tech Stack
DNSTCP/IP
About the role
- Develop novel networking approaches and protocol concepts that integrate traditional solutions with emerging technologies.
- Design and prototype new versions of networking protocols (e.g., extending BGP to incorporate quantum sensing for link security evaluation).
- Define, simulate, and evaluate new networking protocols and extensions to address next-generation performance and security requirements.
- Research, assess, and recommend emerging network infrastructure technologies.
- Plan, design, and optimize network systems using both novel and existing protocols.
- Produce technical documentation, mentor junior engineers, and lead knowledge transfer initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in networking
- Master’s degree with 6–10 years of relevant experience
- Doctorate in a technical domain may be considered
- Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting networks
- Proficiency in simulating and assessing networking protocols and architectures
- Comprehensive knowledge of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, and routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP
- In-depth understanding of network security principles, architectures, and best practices
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills; proven ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Benefits
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
networking protocolsBGPTCP/IPDNSDHCPVLANsVPNsOSPFnetwork securitynetwork simulation
Soft skills
analytical skillsproblem-solvingcritical thinkingindependent workleadershiptechnical writingcommunication
Certifications
DoD Secret clearance
