Senior Manager, Network Engineering & Infrastructure

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 272,000 - 327,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Stock options

Disability insurance

Job summary

Zoox, located in Foster City, CA, seeks an experienced Senior Manager of Network Engineering to lead its network team responsible for connectivity across multiple global sites.

This role emphasizes operational stability and requires strong project and vendor management skills. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience along with comprehensive knowledge of network architecture and management of third-party vendors.

Benefits include competitive salary, stock options, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network administration/engineering.
• 5+ years in senior management overseeing multi-site networks.
• Deep architectural knowledge of LAN/WAN and Cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Network Architects and Engineers.
• Oversee end-to-end network design and deployment.
• Maintain availability of production and enterprise networks.

Skills

Network administration

Project management

Vendor management

Organizational skills

Capacity scaling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or Computer Science

Tools

Cisco

Arista

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Juniper

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager of Network Engineering to lead the team responsible for the connectivity that powers our operations. This position manages our network infrastructure across multiple global sites, data centers, cloud environments, corporate offices, specialized vehicle depots, and charging infrastructure.

You will step into a critical leadership role that demands a strong focus on operational stability, security, and safety‑critical reliability. A successful candidate will possess strong project management, vendor management, and organizational skills, with deep experience scaling network capacity to meet critical business deadlines. You will guide a highly capable engineering team while heavily leveraging and managing third‑party partners to execute builds and maintain support at a global scale.

In This Role, You Will...

• Team Leadership & Strategy: Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Network Architects and Engineers. Establish technical standards, clear roadmaps, and maintain a high bar for team execution.


• Infrastructure & Deployment: Oversee the end‑to‑end network design and deployment for all physical expansions, including manufacturing sites, vehicle depots, and high‑bandwidth facilities. Lead high‑priority, cross‑functional projects to accelerate large‑scale deployments with tight deadlines.


• Operations & Reliability: Maintain the availability of production and enterprise networks by defining and reporting on SLAs. Develop key metrics and log data for response and review. Function as an escalation point for network issues and participate in a 24x7 on‑call rotation.


• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with Facilities, Security, and Infosec teams to deploy and support secure site connectivity and vehicle carrier connectivity. Lead cross‑functional architecture design review sessions.


• Vendor & Financial Management: Own and manage budgeting for all networking needs, working closely with Finance and Accounting. Manage carrier circuits, networking hardware, and third‑party vendor relationships to scale build and support capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in network administration/engineering, with at least 5+ years in a senior management or leadership role overseeing complex, multi‑site network environments.


• Technical Expertise: Deep architectural knowledge of enterprise LAN/WAN, Wireless/Microwave, Internet, and Cloud technologies. Strong understanding of routing and switching protocols, Optical Transport Networks, and high‑availability service design models.


• Vendor Ecosystems: Proven experience managing complex, multi‑vendor hardware environments (Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, etc.).


• Engineering Rigor: Strong understanding of traffic engineering and QoS design principles, with the ability to analyze network packet traces.


• Mindset: A measured, safety‑conscious approach to infrastructure management, balancing rapid physical expansion with rigorous security and enterprise standards.


• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Bonus Qualifications

• Industry Experience: Experience supporting network infrastructure in the autonomous vehicle, transportation, logistics, or industrial environments.


• Automation & IaC: Familiarity with network automation tools and infrastructure‑as‑code principles (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Kubernetes, or Salt) to drive efficiency and scale.


• Scripting: Knowledge of shell scripting and programming languages such as Python.


• Certifications: Advanced Network (CCNP, CCIE, AWS, etc.) and Project Management (PMP or equivalent) certifications.


• Operations Centers: Experience implementing 24/7 network monitoring operations or integrating with a centralized Operations Center.


• Process & Frameworks: Solid understanding of ITSM/ITIL frameworks. Ability to create and maintain operational documentation (MOPs, playbooks, runbooks, etc.) and integrate them into daily operations.

$272,000 - $327,000 a year

Base Salary Range: There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign‑on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Benefits: Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g., sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long‑term care insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability insurance, and life insurance.

A Final Note: You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.