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About the Role

The Senior Network Development Engineer is responsible for the architecture, design, deployment, and operational ownership of Fleet Data Centers' corporate LAN/WAN, wireless, OT core, and physical security network infrastructure across global data center campuses. This role owns the network lifecycle from concept through commissioning and ongoing operations, ensuring secure, resilient, and scalable solutions that support Fleet's growing portfolio. The position serves as the technical authority for network architecture, deployment standards, automation, and operational escalations.

Responsibilities

Own the architecture, design, deployment, and operational lifecycle of Fleet's corporate LAN/WAN, wireless, OT core, and physical security networks across global data center campuses.
Lead network planning and execution from due diligence through commissioning, including design documentation, scope definition, standards development, cost, schedule, and quality metrics, and multi-site deployments.
Partner with engineering, construction, operations, vendors, and contractors to integrate network infrastructure with data center systems while ensuring compliance, quality, safety, and security requirements.
Serve as the technical authority for network design decisions, risk mitigation, resiliency planning, path diversity, carrier strategy, and complex operational escalations.
Drive continuous improvement through root-cause analysis, network automation, emerging technologies, and scalable design standards that support future campus growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
10+ years of network engineering experience.
8+ years supporting mission-critical data center environments.
Deep expertise in enterprise and cloud-scale networking, including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, VXLAN, VRF, routing and switching, optical transport, and large-scale network operations.
Strong experience with leading networking platforms and providers, including Cisco, Arista, Juniper, Ciena, fiber carriers, and internet service providers.
Proven experience delivering large-scale, multi-region data center network deployments.
Experience with automation technologies such as Ansible, ZTP, SDN, and Infrastructure-as-Code methodologies.
Preferred certifications include ACE Level 5, CCNP/CCIE, or equivalent.
Demonstrated success influencing stakeholders, defining KPIs, and supporting global regulatory and compliance requirements.
Strategic leadership with the ability to balance long-term vision, technical depth, and execution across complex multi-site projects.
Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with executive leadership, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
High integrity, professionalism, and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build trusted relationships and perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
Adaptability and problem-solving skills, with proven success managing ambiguity, troubleshooting complex issues, and driving continuous improvement.
Strong organizational and project management capabilities, including managing multiple priorities, external partners, and tight delivery timelines.

Skills

BGP
OSPF
IS-IS
VXLAN
VRF
Routing
Switching
Optical Transport
Network Automation
Ansible
ZTP
SDN
Infrastructure-as-Code
Project Management

Location

Global

Work Type

Onsite
Office environments
Active construction sites

Experience Level

Senior
10+ years of network engineering experience
8+ years supporting mission-critical data center environments

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Salary/Compensations

$185,000 - $225,000 Base Salary + Discretionary Bonus

Benefits

100% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
401K program
Standard paid holidays
Unlimited PTO

About the Company

Fleet Data Centers employees enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Fleet Data Centers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity

Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
If you need assistance applying for any of our open positions, please contact us at info@fleetdatacenters.com.