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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Center Network Architect - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Santa Clara, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $176,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Apple Mac Systems, Bash Shell, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM), Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Domain Name System (DNS), Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Network Architecture, Network File Systems, Network Protocols, Ansible, TCP/IP, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Gitlab, Data Center Networking, Slurm - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/99909D8230644ABDBC1796690B6B913C/job/ ## About the Role ·Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technical Major (or equivalent experience). ·Experience with Network Architecture and network protocols like IPP6 or IPP4 · 5+ years of experience in data centers or large engineering labs. · Familiarity with Gitlab, Linux environment, and CI/CD pipeline build with Dev Ops mindset · Proficiency in DCIM (Nautobot, etc.) and scripting (shell, Python, Ansible). · Working knowledge of protocols/services like TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSL, etc. · Experience with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems. · Hands-on experience with PCBs, liquid cooling, HPC, building clusters between rack level systems, and system FRU replacements · Experience managing HPC clusters using tools like BCM and Slurm. · Strong background in Windows and Linux administration, with an understanding of dense datacenter design, including compute, storage, and networking. · Experience with hypervisors and VM applications. · Knowledge of DC infrastructure with an emphasis on liquid cooling. · A track record of technical curiosity and innovation. · Mechanically inclined and comfortable with tools and physical tasks. ## Description Insight Global is looking for a Data Center Network Architect to join one of our largest tech clients in the Bay Area. 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