Cloud Network Engineer

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$81,900 - $160,200
Cloud
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Remote
2+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Cloud Network Engineer

Microsoft's Azure WAN Team is seeking a Cloud Network Engineer to join their growing team. This role combines networking expertise with software development fundamentals, focusing on the global backbone network. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and building networking and automation components for the Wide Area Network, working closely with Azure Networking partners.

The position offers high visibility within a rapidly growing area of Microsoft Azure, presenting excellent opportunities for technical and career advancement. You'll be working on critical infrastructure that powers Microsoft's global network, implementing solutions that directly impact cloud service delivery and performance.

As part of the role, you'll develop expertise in network technologies, contribute to the design of scalable network features, and work with automation tools to enhance network operations. The position requires a blend of traditional networking knowledge and modern cloud infrastructure skills, making it ideal for someone who wants to work at the intersection of network engineering and cloud computing.

Microsoft offers a comprehensive benefits package, including industry-leading healthcare, educational resources, and work-life balance benefits. The company's culture emphasizes growth mindset, innovation, and collaboration, making it an excellent environment for professional development. With up to 100% work-from-home flexibility and a competitive salary range of $81,900 - $160,200, this role provides both technical challenges and lifestyle benefits.

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Responsibilities For Cloud Network Engineer

  • Develop knowledge of network technologies to aid in network design, implementation, and operation
  • Assist in designing reliable, scalable, and high-performance network features or components
  • Develop understanding of quality assurance and network/code review processes
  • Contribute to development/modification of network automation tools
  • Manage network deployments within a team using machine-readable network definitions

Requirements For Cloud Network Engineer

Python
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field OR 2+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation
  • Must pass Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire and every two years
  • Experience with routing protocols such as BGP, ISIS and Segment Routing (preferred)
  • Professional software development experience in networking domain, including Python, YAML or C# (preferred)
  • Network engineering experience in cloud provider, internet service provider or large enterprise environment (preferred)

Benefits For Cloud Network Engineer

Medical Insurance
Education Budget
Parental Leave
  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

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