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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Network Engineer, Datacenter Team, Lab & Validation - **Company:** Tesla, Inc. - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Link Aggregation (Ethernet), Confluence, Border Gateway Protocol, Spanning Tree Protocols, Data Centers, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Network Interface Controllers, Monitoring of Systems, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Visio, NetFlow, Network Architecture, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Microsoft PowerPoint, Ansible, Simple Network Management Protocols, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Scripting, Juniper, Data Center Networking, Open Network Automation Platform, Splunk, Cisco - **Published:** June 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9427dc2070458fbf ## About the Role Do you have experience in Production systems?, * Over 6 years of experience deploying and operating large-scale global data center networking infrastructure * Extensive hands-on experience with network hardware testing and strong familiarity with next-generation hardware options * In-depth expertise in IP networking and L2/L3 protocols, including Spanning Tree, OSPF, BGP, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, end-to-end QoS, VLAN, VRRP, LACP, MC-LAG, EVPN with VXLAN, ACL, NAC, and infrastructure cabling * Proven experience working in multi-vendor environments with NVIDIA, Juniper, Arista, and Cisco platforms * Comprehensive knowledge of data center technologies, including power systems, cooling solutions, thermal management, and various rack types * Skilled in using diagnostic and monitoring tools such as protocol analyzers, SNMP, gNMI, NetFlow, IPAM, RADIUS, Splunk, network taps, and load/stress testing utilities * Proficient in network automation and scripting using Python, Ansible, or similar tools * Preferred certifications include CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent credentials * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Confluence, and Visio ## Description Specialize in network engineering in a global datacenter environment. This role requires deep expertise in network hardware testing, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and a proactive approach to emerging datacenter technologies. 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