
Network Data Center Engineer
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About This Role
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We are seeking a Network Data Center Engineer to design, build, and evolve
scalable, resilient, and highly automated data center network architectures that
enable private cloud and hybrid cloud platforms. This is a senior individual
contributor role responsible for defining technical direction, architecture
standards, and hands‑on engineering solutions across modern, multi‑vendor data
center environments.
The ideal candidate is a deep technical expert in large‑scale data center
networking, with strong experience supporting AI‑driven workloads, GPU‑based
platforms, and cloud‑like infrastructure, and a proven track record in
automation and Infrastructure as Code, including leadership in Arista‑based
environments.
Key Responsibilities
Data Center & Network Architecture
* Desing, Architect and standardize modern data center network designs
optimized for scale, resiliency, and performance.
* Design Layer 2 and Layer 3 architectures leveraging EVPN/VXLAN for
multi‑tenant, cloud‑ready environments.
* Lead architecture decisions in a multi‑vendor network ecosystem, with strong
emphasis on Arista Networks platforms.
* Develop reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards
aligned with Arista Validated Designs (AVD) and enterprise best practices.
Arista Platforms & Multi‑Vendor Networking
* Serve as a technical authority for Arista EOS‑based data center fabrics,
while integrating with other vendors as required.
* Design and operate network fabrics using Arista CloudVision (CVP) for
centralized management, telemetry, and lifecycle operations.
* Leverage AVD to drive consistent, repeatable, and automated fabric
deployments.
* Evaluate and integrate Arista solutions within a broader multi‑vendor
strategy to avoid lock‑in while maximizing operational efficiency.
AI, GPU & High‑Performance Workload Enablement
* Design network fabrics capable of supporting AI/ML training and inference
workloads, including large‑scale GPU clusters.
* Optimize east‑west traffic, bandwidth, and latency for GPU fabrics and
distributed compute platforms.
* Support architectures requiring high throughput, deterministic performance,
and scalable growth.
* Collaborate with compute and platform teams to align network design with AI
and GPU workload requirements.
Private Cloud & Hybrid Enablement
* Enable network architectures that support private cloud platforms and
cloud‑like self‑service consumption.
* Integrate networking into virtualization, container, and platform
environments.
* Support secure and scalable hybrid connectivity between private data centers
and public cloud environments.
* Ensure designs align with segmentation, Zero Trust networking, and security
best practices.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code
* Drive automation‑first networking, minimizing manual configuration and
operational risk.
* Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Python,
Terraform, Ansible, AVD, or similar frameworks.
* Build reusable automation modules, pipelines, and workflows for network
provisioning and lifecycle management.
* Promote declarative, version‑controlled network operations across teams.
Observability & AI‑Driven Operations
* Define and implement advanced network observability strategies, including
streaming telemetry, flow data, logs, and metrics.
* Utilize Arista CloudVision telemetry and AI/ML‑driven analytics platforms to
detect anomalies, predict failures, and optimize performance.
* Integrate network observability into broader SRE and platform monitoring
ecosystems.
* Use data‑driven insights to improve reliability, capacity planning, and
incident response.
Engineering Excellence & Collaboration
* Act as a technical authority and architectural advisor for data center
networking initiatives.
* Review designs, influence standards, and mentor engineers (without direct
people management).
* Partner closely with cloud, SRE, security, and application teams.
* Participate in complex incident analysis and long‑term architectural
remediation.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical
experience.
* 8+ years of experience in data center networking or infrastructure
engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
* Deep expertise in EVPN/VXLAN‑based architectures and large‑scale routed
fabrics.
* Strong hands‑on experience with Arista EOS, CloudVision (CVP, CVaaS), and
AVD.
* Experience designing networks for private cloud, AI, GPU, or high‑performance
computing environments.
* Proven experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code (Python,
Terraform, Ansible, AVD, or equivalent).
* Strong understanding of BGP, routing at scale, network segmentation, and
resiliency patterns.
* Experience designing or operating GPU fabrics or AI platforms at scale.
* Familiarity with lossless networking, RDMA, or high‑bandwidth fabrics.
* Experience supporting Kubernetes, OpenShift, or cloud‑native platforms.
* Hands‑on experience with network telemetry and AI‑driven observability tools.
* Experience integrating Arista platforms within multi‑vendor data center
environments.
* Strong documentation and architecture‑review skills.
Why TI?
* The future starts here. As a TIer, you'll play a critical role in defining
the next era of semiconductor technology and help create the innovations that
shape the world around us.
* Surround yourself with a team of innovators who value your unique perspective
and will challenge you to bring your best self to work every day. We believe
that fostering a culture of collaboration fuels both personal growth and
technological breakthroughs. Explore our company culture
[https://careers.ti.com/en/sites/CX/pages/our-culture].
* At TI, your success goes beyond your work. Take advantage of comprehensive
benefits designed to support your total well-being at work and in life, from
competitive compensation to extensive health coverage and wellness programs.
Learn more about our benefits offerings
[https://careers.ti.com/en/sites/CX/pages/benefits].
About Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company
that designs, manufactures and sells analog and embedded processing chips for
markets such as industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics and
communications equipment. At our core, we have a passion to create a better
world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors. This passion
is alive today as each generation of innovation builds upon the last to make our
technology more reliable, more affordable and lower power, making it possible
for semiconductors to go into electronics everywhere. Learn more at TI.com
[https://www.ti.com/].
Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse,
inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability,
genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression,
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