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# Network Engineer

- **Company:** 5C DATA CENTERS USA INC.
- **Location:** Springfield, OH, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $105,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Address Resolution Protocols, Border Gateway Protocol, Data Centers, Domain Name System (DNS), Ethernet, Hot Standby Router Protocol, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), IPv4, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Protocols, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Computer Network Technologies, Connectivity Problems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, Cisco
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f59789ce845d0dba

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, a data-related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
 * At least 5 years of hands-on experience operating data-centre networks, including routing, firewalling, and optical networking technologies across major platforms such as Juniper, Arista, NVIDIA Cumulus, and Cisco.
 * Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, problem resolution, including in high-pressure situations.
 * Significant hands-on experience with networking protocols and concepts, particularly Ethernet switching and BGP, as well as TCP, UDP, HSRP/VRRP, DNS, ARP, IPv4, and IPsec VPN.
 * Working experience with spine-leaf architectures using EVPN-VXLAN.

## Description

We are looking for Network Engineer is responsible for implementing, maintaining, troubleshooting and supporting the organization's data centers network infrastructure.

This role oversees network performance, troubleshoots complex technical issues, manages routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and supports ongoing improvements to network security, scalability, and availability.

The Network Engineer works closely with operations and architect teams to monitor network health, respond to incidents, document configurations, and support infrastructure projects. This position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintaining a stable and secure network environment.

How We Work at 5C

Our core values guide how we collaborate, make decisions, support one another, and serve our customers. We're looking for people who embrace them and help us build something great.

What You Will Do

 * Work closely with the Operations team to maintain infrastructure reliability, promptly resolve operational issues, and support the smooth rollout of new designs and solutions.
 * Configure and deploy multi-vendor networking technologies and equipment.
 * Support customers as needed and contribute to a positive customer experience.
 * Troubleshoot switching, routing, and network connectivity issues involving data center fabrics, upstream connectivity, security policies, and VPNs.
 * Plan and execute scheduled maintenance for network growth and upgrades.
 * Create and review operational documentation, including recurring-issue procedures, standard operating procedures, knowledge-transfer materials and network diagrams.
 * Participate in on-call rotation.


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