Sr. IT Network Engineer

InvestedintheMission; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is hiring a Sr. IT Network Engineer to design, implement, and support expansive wired and wireless networks across campus and data centers. The role focuses on scalable, secure networking, NAC deployments, and automation to improve reliability and performance.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of professional network engineering experience, or 10+ years without a degree, with expertise in OSI, BGP, and data center switching. Onsite work is required in Memphis, TN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/engineering or STEM with 7+ years of professional network engineering experience; or 10+ years in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with large-scale wired and wireless networks, NAC, and data center design.
• Industry certifications such as CCNP/CCIE or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of large-scale wired and wireless networks.
• Configure, install, and support campus and data center networks.
• Troubleshoot wired/wireless networking issues and NAC deployments (802.1X).
• Develop and enforce network policies and standards; plan project roadmaps.
• Develop network automation tools and monitor health using tools.
• Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation.

Skills

Networking concepts

Wired/wireless design

NAC 802.1X

BGP routing

DNS/DHCP/SNMP

Python scripting

Linux/Windows admin

Data center networking

Network monitoring

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Cisco Catalyst (switches)

Juniper switches

Arista switches

Cisco WLC

Python scripting

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SR. IT NETWORK ENGINEER

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

SpaceX is looking for an experienced network engineer with expertise in networking technologies that support routing, switching, dynamic multicast, Wi‑Fi, network access control, automation, etc. This position will be directly involved with supporting and expanding our campus and data center infrastructure as well as our expansive wireless network using reliable and redundant design standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of large-scale, complex wired and wireless networks.
• Configure, install, and support campus and data center networks.
• Troubleshoot wired/wireless networking‑related issues.
• Support the deployment of network access control (NAC) using 802.1X.
• Develop and enforce network policies and standards.
• Plan and prepare project roadmaps.
• Develop network automation tools to support our enterprise network.
• Monitor network health using in‑house and third‑party tools.
• Create and maintain proper documentation of our networks.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 7+ years of professional network engineering experience; OR 10+ years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Expert understanding of the OSI model and network standards.
• Cisco Catalyst, Juniper, and Arista data center‑class switches.
• Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
• Network Access Control (NAC) using 802.1X.
• Wave Division Multiplexing and Fiber Optics.
• DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP.
• BGP routing.
• Switch port security features.
• Network monitoring tools.
• Network documentation.
• Linux/Windows system administration.
• Experience with Python scripting.
• Industry‑standard certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or JNCIE.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• This role requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affir­mative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].