Senior Data Center Network/ Mellanox Engineer

Simple Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Simple Solutions in the United States is seeking a Senior Ethernet Network Engineer to deploy, validate and operate large-scale data center Ethernet fabrics for AI/HPC workloads.

Responsibilities include cluster bring-up, designing leaf-spine fabrics, automation with Python and Ansible, and remote support in a 24x7 model. 7+ years in Ethernet routing, BGP/EVPN/VXLAN, and Linux admin are required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Ethernet switching, routing, and TCP/IP networking.
• Expert-level experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting data center leaf-spine/CLOS architectures.
• 4+ years of Linux systems administration experience.
• 2+ years of Python and Ansible automation experience.
• Experience with BGP, EVPN, VXLAN.
• Experience in professional services or technical support environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform cluster bring-up using approved deployment methodologies and automation workflows.
• Design and validate large-scale Ethernet fabrics using leaf-spine/CLOS.
• Develop IP addressing plans and validate topology documentation.
• Build, provision, test, and validate switch configurations in lab and production.
• Configure and troubleshoot inter-node networking in RoCE environments.
• Develop automation scripts using Python and Ansible.
• Troubleshoot network, hardware, and cabling issues during deployment.
• Coordinate remediation with remote-hands teams and data center staff.
• Document incidents, root cause analysis, and deployment outcomes.
• Create deployment records and handoff documentation.

Skills

Ethernet networking

Leaf-spine/CLOS design

Linux administration

Troubleshooting

Networking documentation

Communication

Remote work capability

Team collaboration

Tools

Python

Ansible

RoCE

Job description

Full time | Simple Solutions | United States

Job Information

Technology

Work Experience 5-7 Years

$80-$95K+++

City Jacksonville

State/Province Florida

32135

Job Description

Location: Remote, United States

Schedule: Participation in a 24x7 operational support model with weekend coverage required

Need to be strong in : BGP EVPN/VXLAN, Troubleshooting, Firewall, Automation (ansible/python).

Overview

Simple Solutions searching for Senior Ethernet Network Engineers to support large-scale AI and high-performance computing (HPC) data center deployments. This role will focus on deploying, validating, troubleshooting, and operationalizing complex Ethernet fabrics supporting GPU compute clusters. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in modern data center networking, automation, Linux administration, and large-scale leaf-spine architectures.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI infrastructure projects while partnering with engineering teams, customers, and data center operations personnel to deliver reliable and repeatable deployments.

Responsibilities

• Perform cluster bring-up activities using approved deployment methodologies, automation workflows, and configuration standards.
  
• Design and validate large-scale Ethernet fabrics utilizing CLOS and leaf-spine architectures.
  
• Develop IP addressing plans and validate network topology, connectivity documentation, and infrastructure designs.
  
• Build, provision, test, and validate network switch configurations in lab and production environments.
  
• Configure and troubleshoot inter-node networking, including RoCE-enabled environments.
  
• Develop automation scripts and tooling using Python and Ansible.
  
• Troubleshoot network, hardware, cabling, and configuration issues during deployment and operational support activities.
  
• Partner with data center technicians and remote-hands teams to coordinate remediation efforts.
  
• Document incidents, troubleshooting findings, root cause analysis, and deployment outcomes.
  
• Create deployment records, configuration artifacts, validation reports, and operational handoff documentation.
  
• Communicate project status, risks, blockers, and technical updates to stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
  

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with Ethernet switching, routing, and TCP/IP networking.
  
• Expert-level experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting data center leaf-spine/CLOS architectures.
  
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with:
  
• BGP
  
• EVPN
  
• VXLAN
  
• 3+ years of Linux systems administration experience.
  
• 2+ years of Python and Ansible automation experience.
  
• Experience with ZTP, PXE, and DHCP-based provisioning technologies.
  
• Experience supporting customer-facing engagements in professional services, consulting, or technical support environments.
  
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted tools for technical operations and automation development.
  
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
  
• Ability to work independently in a remote, shift-based support environment.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Cumulus Linux.
  
• Experience deploying and supporting AI GPU clusters or HPC environments.
  
• Experience with RoCE networking and high-performance interconnect technologies.
  
• Experience diagnosing physical-layer and cabling issues within data center environments.
  
• Previous experience serving as a technical lead, shift lead, or mentor to engineering teams.