Vultr

Transport Network Architect

Vultr

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

Tech Stack

AnsibleCloudPython

About the role

  • Vultr seeks a highly skilled Transport Network Architect to shape the future of our network infrastructure.
  • The candidate has 5+ years designing and optimizing DWDM networks and understands transport ecosystem and equipment providers.
  • Role involves autonomy, end-to-end solution ownership, C-level presentations, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership.
  • Requires cross-functional collaboration and continuous learning to drive innovation in transport network design and operations.

Requirements

  • In-depth knowledge of DWDM and Ethernet principles, architectures, and protocols.
  • At least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing transport networks, including experience with network architecture, topology, and protocol design.
  • Strong understanding of the transport ecosystem, including transport companies and equipment providers such as Nokia and SmartOptics, with knowledge of their products, services, and technologies.
  • Strong understanding of optical networking concepts, including wavelength division multiplexing, optical amplifiers, and dispersion compensation.
  • Familiarity with Network Protocols such as BGP, IS-IS and network device providers such as Juniper, Nokia, etc.
  • Experience with dark fiber and fiber optic technologies, including fiber optic cables, connectors, and transmission equipment.
  • In-depth knowledge of network architecture and topology, including experience with network design, planning, and optimization tools.
  • Familiarity with ITU-T and IETF standards related to transport networking.
  • Experience with network management and monitoring tools, including experience with SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), NetFlow, and other network monitoring protocols.
  • Ability to analyze complex technical problems, identify creative solutions, and implement them in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical ideas and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences, including experience with creating and presenting technical proposals, reports, and presentations.
  • Experience with Agile Methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, and other agile frameworks.
  • Experience with automation and orchestration tools, such as Ansible, Python, or similar software, to automate network configuration, provisioning, and management tasks. Familiarity with network automation platforms and experience with integrating automation tools with existing network management systems.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong academic record and relevant coursework.