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Full-Time

Staff Network Engineer

Posted on 4/30/2024

DigitalOcean

DigitalOcean

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud computing platform for developers and businesses

Data & Analytics
Consumer Software
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$190k - $220kAnnually

+ Bonuses + Equity Compensation

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Network Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Ansible
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Proven experience in building and troubleshooting large-scale data centers, global backbone, and edge networks.
  • Deep knowledge of Juniper hardware and Junos OS, layer-2 and -3 protocols (BGP, OSPF, VRRP, IS-IS), MPLS (including BGP-LU, RSVP-TE a plus), and peering/transit dynamics.
  • Strong understanding of overlay and underlay networking concepts, with experience in Ansible and Salt configuration management.
  • Proficiency in Linux and scripting languages (Python or similar) for network automation and configuration.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences, ensuring mutual understanding and fostering collaborative problem-solving.
  • A track record of mentoring technical staff and driving work engagement, job satisfaction, and quality within the team.
  • A data-driven approach to decision making.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute initiatives to enhance network processes, products, and services with minimal guidance, demonstrating a clear understanding of the technical and business implications.
  • Design scalable network architectures for edge computing and global backbone networks, optimizing for performance, reliability, and security.
  • Triage complex issues across multiple technologies, leading incident response, troubleshooting efforts, and detailed technical post-mortems to prevent future incidents.
  • Author, run, and improve runbooks, policies, and procedures, driving the adoption of monitoring standards and best practices across the team to mitigate technical debt.
  • Collaborate with other infrastructure and engineering teams to develop innovative solutions that meet evolving product and feature requirements while meeting customer performance expectations.

DigitalOcean provides cloud computing services that enable developers and businesses to build, deploy, and scale applications efficiently. Its platform offers a range of fully managed services, allowing users to focus on software development rather than infrastructure management. DigitalOcean stands out from competitors by emphasizing simplicity, a strong community, and open-source support, making it accessible for startups and small to medium-sized businesses. The company's goal is to empower users to innovate and grow their businesses by providing the tools and support needed to streamline the development process.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.5B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2012

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

16%

2 year growth

26%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Wade Wegner and Bratin Saha signals strong strategic direction and potential for growth.
  • Partnerships with companies like LinkDaddy enhance DigitalOcean's ecosystem, providing additional value to customers.
  • The continuous enhancement of services, such as the introduction of Managed OpenSearch and advanced MongoDB configurations, demonstrates DigitalOcean's commitment to innovation and customer needs.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive cloud services market, dominated by giants like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, poses a significant challenge to DigitalOcean's market share.
  • Legal issues, such as the recent case with the Dutch gambling regulator, could impact the company's reputation and operational stability.

What makes DigitalOcean unique

  • DigitalOcean's focus on simplicity and community support sets it apart from larger, more complex cloud service providers like AWS and Google Cloud.
  • Their fully managed offerings, such as Managed OpenSearch and MongoDB, provide specialized solutions that cater specifically to developers and SMBs.
  • DigitalOcean's revamped App Platform emphasizes cost efficiency and scalability, making it particularly attractive for startups and growing technology businesses.

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Benefits

Remote-first

Full health coverage

Wellness coverage

Flexible vacation time

Team-building & social events

401(k) plans

ESPP

Education support

Partner support

Employee giving

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