Network Engineer

Location: Marble, NC

Department: Network Services

Who We Are  

Core Scientific is a leading provider of infrastructure for high-performance compute in North America. Our mission is to accelerate digital innovation by scaling high-value compute rapidly, efficiently, and responsibly.  We transform energy into high-value compute with unmatched efficiency at scale. The company is a $5 billion publicly traded company (NASDAQ: CORZ). 

We power AI, HPC, and other next-generation data center workloads demanding exceptional computing power, in addition to our digital asset mining operations.  We own and operate nine data centers in seven states, housing advanced infrastructure for our customers. 

What sets us apart? We have an entrepreneurial culture, a "can-do" and collaborative attitude, and we own and control our infrastructure. These strategic advantages enable us to maintain operational excellence, increase efficiency, and rapidly deploy cutting-edge innovations developed by our team of experts. 

Join us and accelerate your career alongside our groundbreaking journey. We seek smart, creative, and collaborative professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, result-driven environment. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Apply today and make an impact at Core Scientific. 

Title  
Network Engineer  

Reports To  
VP, Network Engineering 

The Job   

Network Engineer assists in the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our network systems. This entry-level role is ideal for individuals seeking to establish a solid foundation in network engineering within a collaborative IT environment.  

Responsibilities  

• Assist in configuring, deploying, and maintaining network devices including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. 
• Monitor network performance and availability; respond to alerts and outages under guidance from senior staff. 
• Provide first-level support for network-related incidents and service requests. 
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support ongoing infrastructure projects. 
• Maintain accurate documentation for network configurations, diagrams, and standard operating procedures. 
• Perform routine checks and preventive maintenance to ensure network reliability. 
• Support inventory management of networking hardware and cabling. 
• Stay informed on basic networking trends and best practices. 
• Foster open, respectful, and professional communication directly within the team as well as with co-workers/ teammates and leaders across the organization. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications  

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is required. 
• 2 - 5+ years of professional network engineering experience required.
• On-site network monitoring experience required.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States on an ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
• Basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and routing protocols. 
• Familiarity with Cisco, Juniper, or similar networking equipment. 
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. 
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions from senior engineers. 
• Internship or hands-on experience in a network support role is a plus. 
• Entry-level certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, or equivalent (or actively pursuing) are preferred. 
• Exposure to network monitoring tools and ticketing systems is preferred. 

Location 

On Site 

Travel  

Occasional travel may be required as needed. 

Work Environment 

This job operates in a data center, office, and shop environment. This role routinely uses standard maintenance equipment such as ladders, scissor lifts, forklifts, power tools, voltmeters, etc. While performing these duties the employee will be exposed to hot and cold environments.  

Physical Demands  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and lift up to 50 pounds.   

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work  

This is a full-time position. General hours and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some nights and weekends may be required.  

Supervisory Experience (Yes or No) 

No