Senior Network Engineer (Project Hire)

Walt Disney Animation Studios; Burbank (CA); In loco; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and support our data networks across on-prem, cloud, and partner locations. You will join the Network Services team within Platform and Infrastructure, helping ensure reliable, secure connectivity for production workflows.

The role covers 24x7 operational coverage, multi-vendor equipment (Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto), and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and security in a

Competenze

• 5+ years designing network solutions for large-scale environments.
• Expert knowledge of L1/L2/L3 networking, security, and performance.
• Experience with multi-vendor environments and WAN/LAN integration.
• Strong collaboration with cross-functional teams in production settings.

Mansioni

• Deploy, manage, and optimize systems and services on on-prem and cloud networks.
• Install and configure networking tech from Cisco, Arista, Aruba, and Palo Alto.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure security and performance objectives.
• Document processes and maintain network-related budgets and contracts.

Conoscenze

Networking

Troubleshooting

Vendor management

Scripting

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in CS / related

Strumenti

Cisco IOS

NX-OS

Arista EOS

Palo Alto Firewalls

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary

At Walt Disney Animation Studios, we believe that creativity inspires technology, and technology inspires creativity. The Platform and Infrastructure group within the Technology department is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of the critical infrastructure behind the content our studio creates.

We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join the Network Services team. The team is responsible for the ongoing installation, monitoring, support, and maintenance of data networks inside and outside our Burbank and Vancouver studio locations as well as cloud providers.

This includes in-depth system analysis, design, troubleshooting, and integration of new products, as well as developing tools and strategies to improve existing systems.

Role Overview

You will enjoy the diversity and challenges of working across every level of the tech stack, engaging with team members and stakeholders on a variety of initiatives depending on the Studio's needs.

You'll need to demonstrate self-direction, while also supporting your team with fresh insight for shared problem-solving, and building trusted relationships with technical and non-technical users to understand their challenges and deliver the right solutions.

You'll provide technical support, including 24x7 operational coverage, along with the skills to select, connect, configure, and troubleshoot a range of networking devices and routing architectures.

Our studio thrives on a wide variety of technical backgrounds and experiences; therefore, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not match all requirements listed below. Bring your unique talents and ideas to our team, and join Disney’s creative legacy.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with stakeholders and technical teams to deploy, manage, and optimize systems and services on our on-premises network infrastructure and/or cloud environments
• Install and configure networking technology from multiple manufacturers including Cisco (IOS), Cisco Nexus (NXOS), Arista, Aruba Clearpass, and Palo Alto Networks
• Configure networking for systems across multiple operating systems including Linux, macOS, Windows, Virtual Machines/containers, mobile devices, and scale-out storage clusters
• Act as a collaborator with the larger Technology team on issues of network security and performance
• Participate actively in team discussions and work with leadership to continually improve procedures and policies across the studio
• Provide guidance to neighboring teams on technical challenges from design to implementation
• Conduct high-level root-cause analysis for service interruptions and establish preventive measures
• Publish and maintain detailed documentation regarding our processes and workflows
• Manage product support and maintenance contracts, engage closely with vendors, and work with leadership on the yearly budget for networking needs Requirements
• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or another related technical field, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of experience designing and implementing network solutions for large-scale, high-performance compute and storage environments
• Expert-level knowledge of:
• Layer 1 technologies: Structured cabling systems, CWDM, and DWDM Optical networking
• Layer 2 protocols: Ethernet (1, 10, 40, 50, 100, and 400 Gbps), Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation Control Protocol (MLAG & LACP), Virtual Port-Channel (VPC), VLAN Tagging (802.1Q), LLDP (802.1AB), Network Access Control, and Dynamic VLAN Assignment (via 802.1X), and Wireless (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
• Layer 3 routing & technologies: EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, and VPNs (IPsec/SSL)
• Layer 4 network services & protocols: PXE, NAT, DHCP, DNS, NFS, NTP, SNMP, LDAP, HTTP, SQL, and RTP
• Knowledge of Linux, macOS, or other Unix-based Operating Systems
• Strong knowledge of access control systems and protocols including TACACS and RADIUS
• Expertise with network analysis and performance tools, TCPDump, Wireshark, TTCP, IPerf, IXIA, SNMP, Netflow, and Zabbix
• Experience with the installation and configuration of industry-leading inter-networking technologies such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Arista, Infoblox, Aruba Clearpass, etc.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask in a highly complex, diverse production environment
• Highly self-directed, with the ability to both manage and prioritize multiple concurrent and competing challenges, ambiguities, and contradictions that inevitably occur when supporting live production Preferred Qualifications
• Proficient in software development methodologies and processes; including agile methods, continuous integration, and version control
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSA
• Prior experience working in a Media, Entertainment, Games, or Animation production environment

About Walt Disney Animation Studios

Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, Walt Disney Animation Studios is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. Disney Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” to 2025’s “Zootopia 2.” Among the studio's timeless creations are “Pinocchio,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Jungle Book,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Lion King,” “Frozen,” “Moana” and “Encanto.”

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences.

From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe.

With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

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