Network Engineer III - Network Deployment Engineer (Remote)

Socket.dev; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Wellness programs

Generous vacation

Parental leave

Professional development

Employee networks

Great culture

Job summary

CrowdStrike is seeking a Network Engineer to build and run hyper-scale hybrid cloud networks with an automation-first mindset. You will own deployment lifecycles for data center network infrastructure and drive initiatives to improve quality and velocity of deployments.

Must have 7+ years in production networks (4+ in automation), strong Python/Go coding, and experience with Ansible, Terraform and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure). On-call rotations apply.

Qualifications

• 7+ years building and operating multi-vendor, multi-region production networks, with 4+ years focused on network automation.
• Hands-on with automation frameworks and infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Terraform, NETCONF/YANG or gNMI/OpenConfig).
• Proficient in Python or Go with Git-based workflows, reviews, testing and CI/CD.
• Experience operating in FedRAMP or other regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Build and operate multi-vendor, multi-region hybrid cloud networks at scale.
• Drive automation to improve quality and velocity of deployments via code, testing, and validation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate automation into capacity deployment workflows.
• Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive tasks and improve network visibility.
• Maintain reliability and efficiency of production network; participate in 24x7 on-call rotations.

Skills

Automation frameworks

Python/Go

Git workflows

FedRAMP experience

Cloud platforms

Networking protocols

AI in workflows

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

NETCONF/YANG

gNMI/OpenConfig

Job description

As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn't changed - we're here to stop breaches, and we've redefined modern security with the world's most advanced AI-native platform. We work on large scale distributed systems, processing almost 3 trillion events per day and this traffic is growing daily. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We're proud to work for a mission-driven company leveraging AI to transform the way we work. CrowdStrikers drive their careers through flexibility and autonomy while also being expected to contribute to a culture of responsible AI adoption, experimentation, and innovation. We use an AI-first mindset as a force multiplier to proactively and continuously accelerate execution, build expertise, uncover insights, and solve complex problems. We're always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.

About the Role:

CrowdStrike is looking for a Network Engineer who has solid track records for building and operating hyper-scale hybrid cloud networks with an automation first mindset. You will be responsible for deployment and lifecycle of our data center network infrastructure. You will own and drive initiatives to keep our data center network running optimally and to increase quality and velocity of our network deployments.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and operate multi-vendor, multi-region hybrid cloud networks at scale
• Initiate and drive initiatives to improve quality and velocity of network deployments through code, testing, and validation
• Partner with internal teams to integrate our automation into capacity deployment workflows
• Develop scripts and tools to automate repetitive tasks and to improve our network visibility
• Implement best practices to maintain the reliability and efficiency of production network
• Participate in 24x7 on-call rotations

What You Need:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
• 7+ years of experience in building and operating multi-vendor, multi-region production networks including 4+ years primarily focused on network automation
• Hands-on experience with automation frameworks and infrastructure-as-code - Ansible, Terraform, and NETCONF/YANG or gNMI/OpenConfig
• Experience writing and maintaining production-quality code in Python (or Go), and familiarity with Git-based workflows, code review, testing, and CI/CD
• Experience operating in FedRAMP or other regulated environments
• Expert in various routing and switching protocols, such as IPv6, MP-BGP, OSPF, ISIS, EVPN, VxLAN, QoS, IPSEC, MACsec
• Working experience in deploying and supporting connectivity on public cloud, such as AWS, GCP, Azure
• Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes.

Bonus Points:

• Proven experience using AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and improve efficiency
• Experience working for hyperscalers or large Cloud Service Providers
• Experience in deploying and maintaining whitebox switches and open-source network OS

Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• Paid parental and adoption leaves
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe

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This role will require the candidate to periodically undergo and pass additional background and fingerprint check(s) consistent with government customer requirements.

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.

CrowdStrike is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. The Company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. We base all employment decisions--including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, lay-offs, return from lay-off, terminations and social/recreational programs--on valid job requirements.

CrowdStrike participates in the E-Verify program.

Right to Work

CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the pay range is dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location. The base salary range for this position for all U.S. candidates is $120,000 - $180,000 per year, with eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off.

Expected Close Date of Job Posting is:10-14-2026