Data Center Switch – Senior System Engineer / Architect

WNC Corp.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

WNC Corp. is seeking a senior network architect to design and validate spine-leaf, Clos, and VXLAN/EVPN fabrics for massive data-center east-west traffic.

The role involves evaluating switches, leading vendor selections, and driving automation with Python/Ansible, plus implementing zero-trust security and high-availability networking. You will work on routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EVPN), network operating systems (SONiC, NX-OS, EOS, Cumulus), and consolidation of performance and reliability

Qualifications

• 5+ to 10+ years hands-on enterprise or hyperscale data center networking experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong design, validation, and implementation of L2/L3 fabrics and network automation.

Responsibilities

• Architect spine-leaf, Clos, VXLAN/EVPN fabrics to handle massive east-west traffic.
• Lead build-vs-buy assessments and vendor selection for core and ToR switches.
• Drive IaC and automation using Python, Ansible, or similar tools.
• Design redundant routing/switching (BGP, OSPF, EVPN) for high SLA and RAS.
• Implement zero-trust architectures with micro-segmentation and ACLs.
• Perform deep-packet analysis, tuning, and root-cause analysis for complex incidents.

Skills

BGP

EVPN

VXLAN

OSPF

IPv6

Python

Go

Shell scripting

Linux

Containerization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS / CE / EE / related field

Tools

SONiC

Cisco NX-OS

Arista EOS

Cumulus

Job description

We are a leading company in the wireless broadband communications industry looking for talented professionals with a winning attitude.

Job Description Role Overview & Core Responsibilities

Fabric & Topology Design:

Architect and validate spine-leaf, Clos, and VXLAN/EVPN overlay fabrics to handle massive east-west traffic.

Switch & Hardware Evaluation:

Lead build-vs-buy assessments, merchant silicon vs. custom ASIC analysis, and vendor selection for core and top-of-rack (ToR) switches.

Network Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

Drive zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), telemetry, and configuration management using Python, Ansible, or NDFC.

High Availability & Reliability:

Design redundant routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EVPN) to meet strict service-level agreements (SLAs) and Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS) goals.

Security & Zero Trust Integration:

Implement micro-segmentation, ACLs, and enterprise firewall architectures aligned with zero-trust models.

Performance Tuning & Troubleshooting:

Conduct deep-packet analysis, buffer tuning, congestion control, and root-cause analysis for complex network incidents.

Key Qualifications & Requirements

Technical Skills: Deep expertise in L2/L3 networking protocols (BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, OSPF, IPv6). Proficiency in network operating systems (SONiC, Cisco NX-OS, Arista EOS, or Cumulus). Scripting and automation skills in Python, Go, or shell scripting, plus container/Linux environments. Experience: 5+ to 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise or hyperscale data center networking, switch architecture, or platform engineering. Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Education Bachelor - Computer Science Work Experience Language Skills [Job Competency] Planning and Organizing, [Job Competency] Process Improvement, ANSYS IcePak (Simulation Software), Autodesk AutoCAD, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Failure Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA, FloTHERM (Thermal Analysis Software), Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfers, Injection Moldings, Machining, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Material Selection, Mechanical Design, Prototyping, Reliability Engineering, Reliability Prediction For Electronic Components, SolidWorks, Tolerance Analysis, Virtual Prototyping

Company Information

WNC established in 1996, specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of cutting-edge communications products. WNC also offers comprehensive technical support in RF antenna design, software design, hardware design, mechanical design, system integration, user interface development and product testing and certification. Headquartered in Taiwan's Hsinchu Science Park, WNC has established an overseas presence in the US, the UK, Germany, Japan, China, and Vietnam. These sites together offer complete solutions and local support for customers worldwide. WNC's technical expertise encompasses applications from broadband, multimedia, and the IoT to wireline and wireless communications, with a product scope covering solutions in network communications, network infrastructure, home automation, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). WNC has established itself as a company with a solid, robust culture built upon the core values of fundamentals advocacy, team cohesion, customer trust, and value creation. We have also established a comprehensive talent cultivation system that ensures a great work experience at WNC through digital transformation, employee learning & development programs, recruitment and compensation strategies and friendly workplace initiatives. We have also been implementing a "learning organization" initiative to encourage employees to adopt a mindset of always striving to better yourself. At WNC, you will receive the resources you need to enhance your cross-disciplinary skills and open up new possibilities for your career! In today's interconnected world, our goal is to make WNC a leading company in the field of network communications technology integration. Come join us and work together to create positive connections and interactions as well as a harmonious, sustainable society for all.