Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Bellevue, WA

Department: R&D - Platform Engineering

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to join our growing Edge team. You will be a key contributor to designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructure supporting our Galleon ruggedized, mobile data centers and their integration with our Commander cloud platform. You will work on cutting-edge technologies, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of our distributed computing platform deployed in diverse environments

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement robust and scalable network solutions for our Galleon data centers, encompassing LAN/WAN, data center, and edge network infrastructure This includes the network architecture connecting Galleon deployments with our Commander cloud infrastructure for centralized monitoring and management
• Analyze network performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations for efficiency and low latency across our distributed infrastructure
• Design and implement security measures (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, VPNs, access control lists) to protect our network infrastructure
• Develop and implement automation tools and scripts to streamline network operations.
• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and resolve complex network issues
• Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation (diagrams, configurations, procedures)
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and other teams to ensure seamless integration of network infrastructure with the overall platform
• Stay current with the latest networking technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact, including advancements in edge computing, mobile data center networking, and cloud integration
• Analyze network costs and identify opportunities for optimization, such as leveraging cost-effective cloud services, negotiating better pricing with vendors, and implementing efficient routing strategies
• Analyze network traffic patterns and forecast future bandwidth requirements to ensure the network infrastructure can scale to accommodate growing demands
• Design and implement multi-cloud networking solutions to enable seamless communication and data exchange between different cloud providers
• Implement Zero Touch Provisioning solutions for rapid deployment and configuration of network devices in remote and environments, minimizing manual intervention

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on large-scale, distributed systems, edge computing, and cloud integration
• Expert-level knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VPN, VXLAN, EVPN)
• Hands-on experience with cloud networking platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including VPC design, transit gateways, and security groups
• Strong understanding of network security principles, including zero-trust architectures, defense-in-depth strategies, and implementing security controls at different network layers
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform) for network configuration management and orchestration
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
• Experience with container networking (Kubernetes, Docker)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and strong communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience

Why Join Armada?

• Be part of a team building the future of distributed computing and AI, impacting our innovative Galleon data center deployments and their integration with Commander
• Work with the latest technologies in edge computing, mobile data centers, AI infrastructure, and cloud integration
• We are a rapidly growing company with ample opportunities for advancement
• Work with talented and passionate individuals dedicated to pushing boundaries
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Armada, we are committed to fostering a work environment where everyone is given equal opportunities to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including hiring, promotions, and compensation. Our hiring is guided by qualifications, merit, and the business needs at the time.

Compensation & Benefits

For U.S. Based candidates: To ensure fairness and transparency, the starting base salary range for this role for candidates in the U.S. are listed below, varying based on location experience, skills, and qualifications.  In addition to base salary, this role will also be offered equity and subsidized benefits (details available upon request).

About the Company

About the Company

Armada is an edge computing startup that provides computing infrastructure to remote areas where connectivity and cloud infrastructure is limited, as well as areas where data needs to be processed locally for real-time analytics and AI at the edge. We’re looking to bring on the most brilliant minds to help further our mission of bridging the digital divide with advanced technology infrastructure that can be rapidly deployed anywhere.