Senior Network Engineer

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McLean, VA, USA
In-Office
230K-250K Annually
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Cybersecurity • Quantum Computing • Defense
The Role
Designs, configures, troubleshoots, and maintains complex Layer 2/3 data center networks using BGP, VxLAN, MCLAG, Spine-Leaf fabrics, and RoCEv2. Collaborates cross-functionally, mentors junior engineers, documents infrastructure, stays current with networking technologies, and travels to customer sites or data centers for installations and support.
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Description

Quantum Sky is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our team. As a key member of the Networking team, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing robust and efficient network infrastructure solutions for our data center environments. 


Responsibilities:

  • Design, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain cutting edge and complex Layer 2/3 data center architectures using BGP, ECMP, VxLAN, MCLAG, Spine/Leaf topologies, RoCEv2, and other related technologies. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into effective network solutions. 
  • Provide expert guidance and support to junior team members, assisting them in their professional growth and development. 
  • Stay updated on the latest networking trends and best practices; proactively seek out new learning opportunities to enhance technical expertise. 
  • Contribute to the documentation of network infrastructure designs and configurations for future reference and knowledge sharing among team members. 
  • Travel up to 20% of the time, as required, to perform on-site installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting activities at customer sites or data centers. 
Qualifications

Required:

  • Proven experience in designing, configuring, and managing complex BGP, VxLAN and Layer 2/3 Data Center architectures. 
  • Expertise in designing and troubleshooting complex L2/L3 topologies.
  • Experience with redundancy protocols such as MCLAG (Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation Group) or LACP. 
  • Experience with Spine-Leaf data center fabrics, architecture design, and implementation. 
  • Ability and willingness to become skilled at troubleshooting, designing, and monitoring RDMA over Converged Ethernet (RoCEv2) supporting ultra high-speed data transfers.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and international) as required. 
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality work. 
  • Ability to stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements; willingness to continue learning new things. 
  • Linux-Based NOS (Network Operating System) experience preferred.

Clearance: 

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence polygraph 
  • Have current IAM Level II to satisfy DOD 8570 IAT requirements 

Location:

  • Onsite, McLean, VA
About Quantum Sky

Compensation:

  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $230,000-$250,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits:

  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it. 


At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky? 


Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Skills Required

  • Experience designing, configuring, and managing complex BGP, VxLAN, and Layer 2/3 data center architectures
  • Expertise designing and troubleshooting complex Layer 2/3 topologies
  • Experience with MCLAG or LACP redundancy protocols
  • Experience with Spine-Leaf data center fabrics, architecture design, and implementation
  • Ability and willingness to develop expertise troubleshooting, designing, and monitoring RoCEv2
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to quality
  • Willingness to stay current with industry trends and learn new technologies
  • Linux-based network operating system experience
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Counterintelligence polygraph
  • Current IAM Level II certification or qualification to satisfy DoD 8570 IAT requirements
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The Company
969 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Quantum Sky is a Reston, Virginia-based mission technology company, formerly Tyto Athene, that delivers secure, AI-enabled and quantum-ready capabilities to defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies. Its work spans enterprise IT, network engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, software, post-quantum cryptography, and applied quantum technologies, helping customers modernize critical systems, protect mission data, and achieve faster, more resilient decision-making across complex, high-consequence missions.

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