SD-WAN R&D Engineer: DoD/IC Networking Innovator

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 86,300 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is hiring an SD-WAN Solutions Development Engineer to design and implement cutting-edge networking solutions. This role involves development of SD-WAN architectures, automation frameworks, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a strong background in SD-WAN technologies, network automation, and security concepts. The position offers a salary range of $86,300.00 – $191,000.00 with benefits including tuition discounts, medical coverage, and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience for Intermediate Professional.
• 5+ years of relevant experience for Advanced Professional.
• 14+ years of relevant experience for Senior Professional.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop next-generation SD-WAN solutions.
• Research and prototype emerging SD-WAN technologies.
• Implement network automation frameworks using Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for R&D transitions.

Skills

SD-WAN solutions design

Routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)

Network automation using Python and Ansible

DoD/IC security concepts

DoD Secret clearance

DoD 8140/8570 IAT II baseline certification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

Cisco Viptela

Fortinet

Palo Alto Prisma

VMware VeloCloud

Ansible

Python

Job description

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is hiring an SD-WAN Solutions Development Engineer to design and implement cutting-edge networking solutions. This role involves development of SD-WAN architectures, automation frameworks, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a strong background in SD-WAN technologies, network automation, and security concepts. The position offers a salary range of $86,300.00 – $191,000.00 with benefits including tuition discounts, medical coverage, and generous vacation time.