Senior Network Deployment Engineer

NVIDIA · Santa Clara, CA · $208,000 - $333,500 NVIDIA is seeking a Senior Network Deployment Engineer with 12+ years of experience to lead large-scale network deployment projects. The ideal candidate will design, build, and maintain high-performance enterprise network connectivity projects, including Cloud connectivity, WAN peerings, and DC builds. Responsibilities: Lead the design, architecture, implementation, and optimization of complex cloud and WAN core network infrastructures. Manage and implement end-to-end site deployments, overseeing all phases from requirements gathering to final operational handover. Collaborate with internal IT teams, security, data center teams, facilities, and external vendors to ensure seamless project delivery. Create, maintain, and enforce robust network documentation and best practices. Drive network automation initiatives using scripts and tools like Python, Ansible, and Netmiko. Provide advanced troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex network issues. Proactively manage project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 12+ years of progressive network engineering experience with a strong emphasis on enterprise campus design and large-scale deployments. Strong fundamentals in TCP/IP, routing and switching, and hands-on operational experience driving production cutovers. Hands-on experience with one or more of: Cisco, Arista, Cumulus Linux. Working knowledge of modern network designs and protocols, including extensive BGP routing expertise and exposure to EVPN/VXLAN DC designs. Security experience, including hands-on work with Palo Alto firewalls and enterprise firewall policy. Familiarity with load balancers and how they integrate into enterprise network services. Proficiency in Linux for troubleshooting, tooling, and deploying/operating network services. Demonstrated ability to automate workflows using Python and automation frameworks like Ansible/Salt. Nice to Have: CCNP/CCIE or comparable advanced industry certifications. Strong experience with SD-WAN and IPsec VPNs. Experience integrating network deployments with monitoring/telemetry and performance analysis platforms. Track record of delivering repeatable, automated site builds using standardized templates and deployment pipelines. The base salary range for this position is $208,000 - $333,500 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.