Network Implementation Expert

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything – maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

• Design and lead the implementation of enterprise-grade network solutions for customers in hybrid environments.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for complex network project architectures and configurations
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, best practices, and governance standards
• Drive automation and optimization strategies to enhance operational efficiency
• Collaborate with global clients and teams to deliver tailored, high-quality solutions

• Strong experience in network engineering, with a focus on expert-level roles or leadership positions in large-scale enterprise or data center environments.
• Proven success in designing and implementing highly available and secure networks.
• Core Expertise:
• Routing and Switching: Advanced proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting enterprise-grade switches and routers (Cisco, Juniper, Arista). Deep knowledge of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and other advanced protocols
• Datacenter Networking: Expertise in SDN (e.g., Cisco ACI, VMware NSX), fabric architectures, and multi-vendor integration
• Security and Firewalls: Advanced knowledge of firewalls (Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA) and VPNs (site-to-site, client-to-site). Experience with IPS/IDS solutions
• High Availability Protocols: Expertise in HSRP, VRRP, and GLBP for redundancy and fault tolerance
• Network Performance and Monitoring:
• Deep understanding of QoS (Quality of Service) for traffic prioritization
• Advanced experience with monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Zabbix, Nagios) and network performance optimization
• Cloud Networking:
• Strong knowledge of hybrid cloud solutions, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud networking
• Proficiency in cloud-native network services, including load balancers, virtual gateways, and cloud security configurations

• Fluent English – required for high-level communication, presentations, and documentation.
• Intermediate Spanish – sufficient for technical discussions in global teams.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Advanced degrees (MSc, MBA) or relevant certifications are highly desirable.

• Expertise in automation tools (Ansible, Python, Terraform)
• Certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE, or similar are highly desirable
• Familiarity with MPLS and SD-WAN solutions

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.