Network Architect (Global Backbone & Datacenter)

<h3>Your tasks</h3> <p>At i3D.net, we provide world-class global coverage with one of the <strong>most interconnected networks</strong> in the world. Our solutions focus on low latency, zero packet loss, and unmatched scalability, enabling seamless experiences for millions of users worldwide. With dedicated support, bespoke solutions, and cutting-edge technology, we deliver reliable, cost-efficient infrastructure that empowers game developers and businesses to scale effortlessly. Partnering with major names like<strong> Nvidia, DuckDuckGo, Discord</strong>, and <strong>Ubisoft</strong>, we are shaping the future of gaming and network technology.<br/><br/><h4>Why your role matters</h4>As a Network Architect at i3D.net, you’ll help shape and run a truly global network infrastructure, spanning both ISP-scale backbone and cutting-edge datacenter environments. Unlike many teams where architecture is hands-off, you’ll be close to the tech and still hands-on, working directly with Juniper gear, automation tools like Ansible, and a monitoring stack that gives deep visibility into real-time traffic. You’ll be part of a 20-person network team, collaborating with engineers who take pride in building fast, reliable networks—and in staying sharp as technology evolves. <br/><br/><h4>What you’ll be doing</h4><ul><li><span><span><strong>Architecture &amp; Design</strong></span></span><span><span>: Shape and build global backbone and datacenter networks with automation and scalability in mind.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Implementation</strong></span></span><span><span>: Lead deployment of network improvements using tools like Ansible, Python, and </span><span>Netbox</span><span>.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Technical</strong> </span><span><strong>Leadership</strong></span></span><span><span>: Support and mentor engineers, review designs, and promote best practices.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Customer</strong> </span><span><strong>Collaboration</strong></span></span><span><span>: Work directly with key customers to solve complex issues and </span><span>provide</span><span> expert guidance.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Monitoring</strong> <strong>&amp;</strong> <strong>Capacity</strong></span></span><span><span>: Analyze traffic with tools like </span><span>Kentik</span><span> to plan </span><span>capacity</span><span> and spot potential issues early.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Documentation</strong></span></span><span><span>: Write and </span><span>maintain</span><span> clear network documentation and operational procedures.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Security</strong></span></span><span><span>: Help enforce network security policies and support our DDoS protection efforts.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Cros</strong><strong>s-Team Work</strong></span></span><span><span>: Collaborate with product and infrastructure teams to align network design with business needs.</span></span></li></ul><br/><h4>Tech stack</h4>At i3D.net, you’ll work with: <br/><ul><li><span><span><strong>Hardware</strong></span></span><span><span>: Juniper MX, QFX, SRX, EX; legacy includes Mellanox, Cumulus, Brocade.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Protocols</strong></span></span><span><span>: BGP, IS-IS, OSPF, EVPN-VXLAN, MPLS, L2/L3 VPNs.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Automation</strong></span></span><span><span>: Ansible, Python, YAML.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Tooling </strong></span><span><strong>&amp; Integration</strong></span></span><span><span>: </span><span>Netbox</span><span>, </span><span>Kentik</span><span>, REST APIs.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>DCI</strong></span></span><span><span>: DWDM, Coherent Optics, metro connectivity.</span></span></li><li><span><span><strong>Se</strong><strong>curity</strong></span></span><span><span>: Custom DDoS mitigation, traffic filtering, and threat detection.</span></span></li></ul><br/><h4>What success looks like in the first year</h4><ul><li><span><span>You’ve</span><span> completed a major network upgrade or datacenter migration with minimal downtime.</span></span></li><li><span><span>You’ve</span><span> contributed to a better automation framework that improves delivery speed or reliability.</span></span></li><li><span><span>You’re</span><span> a trusted go-to for architectural input in datacenter and backbone projects.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Your ideas and improvements have been adopted by peers and documented for others to build on.</span></span></li><li><span><span>You’ve</span><span> helped strengthen the team through knowledge sharing, mentoring, and hands-on support.</span></span></li></ul><br/></p> <h3>Your profile</h3> <ul><li><span><span><strong>Experience</strong></span></span><span><span>: 5+ years as a network designer or architect in ISP and/or datacenter environments, with a strong </span><span>track record</span><span> of delivering