Senior Network Engineer

Salesforce.com, inc.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce.com, inc. is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to own incident management and drive proactive network improvements across global production networks. You will diagnose complex outages, perform root-cause analysis, coordinate with vendors, and lead initiatives to enhance stability and resilience.

Strong Unix/Linux and scripting familiarity is preferred. Join a high-impact team that collaborates with engineering across regions to deliver reliable, scalable networking for millions of

Qualifications

• High level of proficiency with TCP/IP networking, architecture, and core technologies including MPLS, BGP, OSPF, DNS, and HTTP.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper router and switch hardware installation and fault diagnosis.
• Experience deploying and managing large-scale distributed network environments.
• Knowledge of firewall and access-list configuration and troubleshooting.
• In-depth experience working in Unix/Linux environments.
• Strong background in performance analysis, systems software, and systems architecture.
• Data-driven approach to system performance — comfortable with empirical monitoring and using metrics to guide decisions.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented working style.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation providing weekend network engineering support.
• Degree or equivalent relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Own incident management across the production network, performing break/fix and proactive maintenance to resolve outages and reduce future risk
• Diagnose and resolve complex network issues — performing root cause analysis on all customer‑impacting events and implementing lasting solutions
• Isolate hardware and software faults on network devices and collaborate with vendors to drive resolution
• Perform proactive network maintenance including code upgrades, hardware refreshes, config updates, peering/transit turn‑ups, and decommissions
• Provide third‑line support for network‑related customer issues, bringing technical depth and clear communication to high‑stakes situations
• Drive service ownership within the Network Cloud — improving alerting, incident handling, change management processes, and automation
• Work closely with engineering teams to identify and implement improvements that increase network stability and reduce outage potential

Skills

TCP/IP networking

MPLS

BGP

OSPF

DNS

HTTP

Unix/Linux

Performance analysis

Data-driven approach

Analytical problem solving

On-call rotation

Education

Degree or equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Cisco hardware

Juniper hardware

Job description

The Global Network Operations team keeps Salesforce's production network running reliably, 24x7, across every region in the world. As a Senior Network Engineer on this team, you'll own the health and stability of the infrastructure that millions of customers depend on every day — diagnosing complex incidents, driving proactive improvements, and partnering with engineering teams to make the network smarter and more resilient over time. This is a high‑impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of deep technical work and real customer outcomes.

What You'll Be Doing

Own incident management across the production network, performing break/fix and proactive maintenance to resolve outages and reduce future risk

Diagnose and resolve complex network issues — performing root cause analysis on all customer‑impacting events and implementing lasting solutions

Isolate hardware and software faults on network devices and collaborate with vendors to drive resolution

Perform proactive network maintenance including code upgrades, hardware refreshes, config updates, peering/transit turn‑ups, and decommissions

Provide third‑line support for network‑related customer issues, bringing technical depth and clear communication to high‑stakes situations

Drive service ownership within the Network Cloud — improving alerting, incident handling, change management processes, and automation

Work closely with engineering teams to identify and implement improvements that increase network stability and reduce outage potential

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

High level of proficiency with TCP/IP networking, architecture, and core technologies including MPLS, BGP, OSPF, DNS, and HTTP

Hands‑on experience with Cisco and Juniper router and switch hardware installation and fault diagnosis

Experience deploying and managing large‑scale distributed network environments

Knowledge of firewall and access‑list configuration and troubleshooting

In‑depth experience working in Unix/Linux environments

Strong background in performance analysis, systems software, and systems architecture

Data‑driven approach to system performance — comfortable with empirical monitoring and using metrics to guide decisions

Strong analytical problem‑solving skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative, team‑oriented working style

Ability to participate in an on‑call rotation providing weekend network engineering support

Degree or equivalent relevant experience required. Experience will be evaluated based on the core competencies for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency configuring and troubleshooting load balancers, with emphasis on F5

Strong skills in packet analysis and network analysis tooling

Experience deploying, customising, and scaling network monitoring solutions

Proficiency in scripting or programming — Python, Perl, or similar

What's in It for You

You'll join a world‑class network operations team with genuine global scope — collaborating across time zones on infrastructure that underpins one of the most trusted platforms in enterprise software. At Salesforce, we invest in your growth through learning opportunities, stretch projects, and a culture that values curiosity and shared ownership. You'll have the autonomy to drive meaningful improvements, and the support of a team that takes quality seriously.

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