63415P-Software Engineer Staff

At Juniper, we believe the network is the single greatest vehicle for knowledge, understanding, and human advancement the world has ever known.

To achieve real outcomes, we know that experience is the most important requirement for networking teams and the people they serve. Delivering an experience-first, AI-Native Network pivots on the creativity and commitment of our people. It requires a consistent and committed practice, something we call the Juniper Way.

Software Engineer, Staff

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

We are seeking an experienced passionate engineering leader with AIML - DevOps Platform Engineering Functional Manager skills with over 12 years of experience to technically lead our DevOps team. This role is crucial in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our platform services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, systems architecture, and operational excellence, combined with exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the DevOps function for AIML platform engineering, including:
• Lead and mentor a team of DevOps engineers and AI/ML specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the recruitment, training, and professional development of team members.
• Set performance goals, conduct regular evaluations, and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for platform engineering and DevOps initiatives, particularly those involving AI/ML, aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software development, AI/ML research, QA, and IT operations, to align DevOps strategies with organizational goals.
• Manage budgets and forecast for AI/ML Ops platform tools and resources.
• Work closely with product management and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust AI/ML solutions.
• Foster strong communication channels between development, operations, AI/ML teams, and other departments.
• Approving projects based on feasibility, resource constraints, and alignment with business goals
• Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership.
• Oversee the work of other DevOps and platform engineering professionals by:
  • Setting priorities for AIML Ops platform engineering tasks and projects
  • Allocating resources for platform development, infrastructure management, and AI/ML deployments
  • Establishing and maintaining best practices for AIML Ops platform engineering
  • Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable platform infrastructure for AI/ML applications.
  • Ensure the stability and performance of all platform services, with a focus on AI/ML workloads.
  • Drive the adoption of infrastructure-as-code practices and tools.
  • Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce downtime.
  • Drive the automation of routine tasks to minimize manual intervention and reduce operational overhead.
  • Collaborate with data scientists and AI/ML engineers to integrate AI/ML models into production environments.
  • Ensure robust monitoring, logging, and alerting for AI/ML model performance and reliability.
  • Drive the automation of AI/ML model deployment and retraining processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in software development, systems engineering, or DevOps, with at least 2 years in a leading and managing teams.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, complex platform infrastructure and DevOps teams, with a balanced focus on AI/ML and software development.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins).
• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, logging, and alerting frameworks.
• Extensive experience with AI/ML model deployment, monitoring, and optimization.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Go, Python, Shell).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a track record of implementing innovative solutions.
• Ability to influence and motivate others without direct supervisory authority
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications in cloud platforms, DevOps tools, or AI/ML technologies.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and data engineering tools.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
• Strong understanding of security best practices and compliance standards in AI/ML and software development environments.

Minimum Salary: $159,200.00

Maximum Salary:$228,850.00

The pay range for this position is expected to be between $159,200.00 and $228,850.00/year; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes medical benefits, 401(k) eligibility, vacation, sick time, and parental leave. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Juniper’s pay range data is provided in accordance with local state pay transparency regulations. Juniper may post different minimum wage ranges for permanent residency petitions pursuant to US Department of Labor requirements.

ABOUT JUNIPER NETWORKS

Juniper Networks challenges the inherent complexity that comes with networking and security in the multicloud era. We do this with products, solutions and services that transform the way people connect, work and live. We simplify the process of transitioning to a secure and automated multicloud environment to enable secure, AI-driven networks that connect the world. Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks (www.juniper.net) or connect with Juniper on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.

WHERE WILL YOU DO YOUR BEST WORK?

Wherever you are in the world, whether it's downtown Sunnyvale or London, Westford or Bangalore, Juniper is a place that was founded on disruptive thinking - where colleague innovation is not only valued, but expected. We believe that the great task of delivering a new network for the next decade is delivered through the creativity and commitment of our people. The Juniper Way is the commitment to all our colleagues that the culture and company inspire their best work-their life's work. At Juniper we believe this is more than a job - it's an opportunity to help change the world...

INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT JUNIPER

At Juniper Networks, we are committed to elevating talent by creating a trust-based environment where we can all thrive together. We know from experience that people from underrepresented groups often do not apply for roles they do not feel they meet all the criteria for. If you think you have what it takes, but do not necessarily check every single box, please consider applying. We’d love to speak with you.

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