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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - Data Center - **Company:** SPACEXAI LLC - **Location:** Memphis, TN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Common Lisp Object Systems, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Data Centers, Multiplexing, Linux, Ethernet, Networking Hardware, Internet Security, OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Network Layer, Linux System Administration, Multicasting, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Architecture, Network Connections, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Network Segmentation, Network Administration, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Windows PowerShell, Ansible, Server Administration, Network Routing, Data Processing, Scripting, Graphics Processing Unit (GPU), Computer Network Operations, Real Time Systems, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Data Center Networking, Information Technology, Low Latency, Network Support, Code Inspection, Operational Systems, Terraform, Cisco Switches, Cisco - **Published:** September 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/network-engineer-data-center-memphis-tn--da20f4c2-54f3-468c-8108-0350da27e045 ## About the Role SpaceXAI's mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company's mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates., SpaceXAI is looking for an exceptional network engineer with experience in mission-critical and large-scale production environments to support high-density AI training and inference clusters as well as high-reliability data center networks. As a member of the Data Center Network Engineering team, you will provide operational and design services for networks used by compute clusters, automation & controls engineering, and facilities teams. The ideal candidate thrives in intense, high-flux environments, brings a strong sense of urgency balanced with operational excellence, communicates effectively, and demonstrates high levels of technical acumen., * Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 3+ years of professional network engineering experience; + OR 5+ years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree. * Extensive hands-on experience designing, deploying, supporting, and troubleshooting Layer 2 and Layer 3 networks in latency-sensitive and/or industrial / high-reliability environments. * Functional experience with multiple network vendors either in production or lab environments. * Experience with GitOps and Infrastructure as Code frameworks, both as user and contributor. PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Strong understanding of the OSI model and network standards. * Hands-on experience with data center class switches (Cisco, Arista, Juniper, NVIDIA Spectrum or similar). * Experience with high-speed Ethernet fabrics for AI/HPC (RoCEv2, PFC/ECN, lossless or near-lossless designs), EVPN/VXLAN, and related overlay technologies. * Experience with Wave Division Multiplexing (WDM) and fiber optics infrastructure. * Extensive knowledge of common enterprise, data center, and media protocols. * Experience with switch port security features, network segmentation, QoS, multicast, and redundancy protocols. * Familiarity with network monitoring tools and Layer 1 testing tools. * Proficiency in scripting (Bash/PowerShell/Python) and automation frameworks (Terraform, Ansible, etc.). * Linux and Windows system administration experience professionally or from labs. * Industry standard certifications such as CCNA or CCNP. * Experience supporting real-time systems, industrial control networks, or operational technology (OT) environments in data center, energy, or similar high-reliability industries. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with internal/external customers, vendors, and management in both formal and informal situations. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to work in data center environments (hot/cold aisles, raised floor or slab, cable trays). * Ability to work in tight quarters; physical dexterity is necessary to perform job functions. * Availability for extended hours and/or weekends as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required. * Ability to provide 24x7 on-call support in emergency situations and participate in an after-hours on-call rotation. * Willingness to travel (up to 20-30%, including other SpaceXAI data center sites) as needed. * Ability to lift 30 lbs. * Ability to work at heights (e.g., cable trays, ladders). * Ability to drive (active valid driver's license)., Analysis Skills, Ansible, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Bash Scripting, Broadband, CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate, CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional, Cisco Switches, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Control Engineering, Cross-Functional, Data Processing, Design Services, Documentation, Driver's License, Engineering, Establish Priorities, Ethernet, Fiber Optics, Firewalls, GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), High Availability, High Reliability, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Internet Security, Juniper Networks Product Family, Leadership, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Linux Administration, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Multicast, Multiplexing, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Configuration Management, Network Connectivity, Network Design, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Network Support, Network System Hardware, On Call, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Operational Communications, Operations Processes, Optics, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Production Systems, Python Programming/Scripting Language, QoS (Quality of Service), Root Cause Analysis, Software Administration, Systems Administration/Management, Telemetry, Test Tools, WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing), Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell ## Description * Design and implement highly available, high-bandwidth networks for AI data centers, carefully balancing routing, overlay, and redundancy technologies (including spine-leaf / Clos fabrics) to meet unique requirements of GPU training clusters, inference, storage, and management planes. * Design and maintain data center and campus networks in accordance with company network standards. Collaborate with adjacent compute, infrastructure, facilities, and enterprise teams. * Evaluate, procure, and deploy network hardware including high-speed switches, optics, firewalls, multiplexing, and related appliances. * Contribute to ever-maturing network automation tooling; implementing configuration analysis, linting, and scalability into the deployment framework. * Plan and coordinate network maintenance windows with stakeholders to perform software updates, hardware refreshes, and general network work (sometimes on weekends and evenings) in live production environments. * Troubleshoot and resolve network-related issues, publishing root cause analysis (RCA) documentation and hosting retrospective reviews. * Provide direct networking support during cluster bring-up, capacity expansions, and high-load operations; participate in on-call or serve as networking responsible engineer during critical events. * Proactively tailor network monitoring and telemetry to detect congestion, packet loss, and other issues before they impact training or inference workloads. * Continuously create and update network documentation, including architecture overviews, design drawings, and operational procedures. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively identify and resolve potential technical issues with network designs, especially systemic and cascading failure modes and insufficient redundancy. * Perform job walks with customers, vendors, and contractors to gather network and connectivity requirements and create implementation plans for new halls and expansions. * Ensure networks are configured and maintained in compliance with industry and cybersecurity standards, with particular attention to segmentation between compute fabrics, management, and facilities/OT networks. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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