Network Engineer

5C Group; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

5C Data Centers is seeking a Network Engineer to implement, maintain, and optimize the organization’s data-centers network infrastructure. You will oversee routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and security, ensuring high availability and scalability.

You will collaborate with Operations and Architecture teams, monitor network health, respond to incidents, and document configurations while driving security improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, a data-related field, or an equivalent combination.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience operating data-centre networks across major platforms.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, able to perform under pressure.
• Experience with Ethernet switching, BGP, TCP/UDP, HSRP/VRRP, DNS, ARP, IPv4, IPsec VPN; EVPN-VXLAN with spine-leaf.

Responsibilities

• Maintain infrastructure reliability in collaboration with the Operations team.
• Configure and deploy multi-vendor networking technologies and equipment.
• Support customers and contribute to a positive experience.
• Troubleshoot switching, routing, and network connectivity across data center fabrics.
• Plan and execute scheduled maintenance for growth and upgrades.
• Document configurations, procedures, and network diagrams; participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Data-centre networking

Routing & Firewalling

EVPN-VXLAN

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IS/related field

Tools

Juniper

Arista

NVIDIA Cumulus

Cisco

Job description

5C DATA CENTERS

Join the Future of Digital Infrastructure

Are you a passionate Network Engineer looking to make a meaningful impact? We're building the next generation of digital infrastructure powering hyperscalers, AI innovation, and high-performance computing across North America.

JOB TITLE

Network Engineer

DEPARTMENT

Cloud Ops

LOCATION

Remote- US

WORK ARRANGEMENT

Remote

SALARY RANGE

$105,000 – $145,000

Role Summary

We are looking for Network Engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, troubleshooting and supporting the organization's data centers network infrastructure.

This role oversees network performance, troubleshoots complex technical issues, manages routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and supports ongoing improvements to network security, scalability, and availability.

The Network Engineer works closely with operations and architect teams to monitor network health, respond to incidents, document configurations, and support infrastructure projects. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a stable and secure network environment.

How We Work at 5C

Our core values guide how we collaborate, make decisions, support one another, and serve our customers. We're looking for people who embrace them and help us build something great.

What You Will Do

• Work closely with the Operations team to maintain infrastructure reliability, promptly resolve operational issues, and support the smooth rollout of new designs and solutions.
• Configure and deploy multi-vendor networking technologies and equipment.
• Support customers as needed and contribute to a positive customer experience.
• Troubleshoot switching, routing, and network connectivity issues involving data center fabrics, upstream connectivity, security policies, and VPNs.
• Plan and execute scheduled maintenance for network growth and upgrades.
• Create and review operational documentation, including recurring-issue procedures, standard operating procedures, knowledge-transfer materials and network diagrams.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, a data-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience operating data-centre networks, including routing, firewalling, and optical networking technologies across major platforms such as Juniper, Arista, NVIDIA Cumulus, and Cisco.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem resolution, including in high-pressure situations.
• Significant hands-on experience with networking protocols and concepts, particularly Ethernet switching and BGP, as well as TCP, UDP, HSRP/VRRP, DNS, ARP, IPv4, and IPsec VPN.
• Working experience with spine-leaf architectures using EVPN-VXLAN.

Why Join 5C Data Centers?

At 5C, we believe great people build great companies. You'll build a rewarding career while helping shape the future of digital infrastructure - one of the fastest-growing industries in the world.

Career Growth

Build a rewarding career in one of the world's fastest-growing industries.

Industry Leadership

Help power the infrastructure behind AI and high-performance computing.

Entrepreneurial Culture

Your ideas matter - we empower employees to help shape our future.

Comprehensive Rewards

Competitive pay plus meaningful, lasting impact on the work you do.

Life at 5C

We're more than a workplace - we're a team of builders, innovators, and problem-solvers united by a shared purpose: creating infrastructure that powers the technologies transforming our world. Your voice matters here, and we encourage fresh ideas at every level.

5C Data Centers is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. 5C evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.