GTN Technical Staffing & Consulting

Senior Network Engineering Manager Dallas, TX 75243 (5 Days Onsite Role) Full-Time Permanent Role About the Role As the leader of the Network Engineering team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our data center and enterprise transformation strategy. In this position, you will lead a team of senior engineers responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the strategy for all components of our enterprise and data center networks. We are seeking a dynamic leader with: Deep technical expertise in network engineering and architecture. Proven strategic thinking to align technology initiatives with business objectives. Strong leadership skills to inspire and guide a high-performing team. Passion for driving results and delivering innovative solutions. This is a highly visible role that requires both hands-on technical knowledge and the ability to influence and execute long-term transformation initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of senior network engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. Develop and execute the enterprise and data center network strategy aligned with organizational goals and transformation initiatives. Architect and oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of network infrastructure to ensure scalability, security, and high availability. Drive modernization efforts, including migration to next-generation technologies and cloud integration. Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, security, and business stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions. Manage vendor relationships and evaluate emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security policies. Champion innovation by identifying opportunities to enhance network efficiency and resilience. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field. 8+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role. Preferred Qualifications: Deep expertise in data center networking technologies, including spine-leaf architectures, VXLAN, EVPN, and SDN. Comprehensive understanding of network security principles, including: o Network segmentation and microsegmentation strategies. o Zero Trust architectures and secure access controls. o Integration of security policies into network design. Experience with critical network systems and services, such as: o DNS/DHCP/IPAM platforms (e.g., Infoblox). o Load balancers (e.g., F5, Citrix, or equivalent). o Network monitoring and performance tools. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives. Familiarity with cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid architectures. Hands-on experience with Arista Networks platforms, including EOS, CloudVision, and automation frameworks. Strong knowledge of next-generation networking technologies, such as: o Network automation and orchestration (Python, Ansible, Terraform). o Software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization. o High-performance routing and switching for large-scale environments. Industry certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, Arista ACE, or equivalent.

Network Data Center Architect Dallas, TX 75243 (5 Days Onsite Role) Full-Time Permanent Role About the Role We are seeking a Network Data Center Architect to design, build, and evolve scalable, resilient, and highly automated data center network architectures that enable private cloud and hybrid cloud platforms. This is a senior individual contributor role responsible for defining technical direction, architecture standards, and hands on engineering solutions across modern, multi vendor data center environments. The ideal candidate is a deep technical expert in large scale data center networking, with strong experience supporting AI driven workloads, GPU based platforms, and cloud like infrastructure, and a proven track record in automation and Infrastructure as Code, including leadership in Arista based environments. Key Responsibilities Data Center & Network Architecture o Architect and standardize modern data center network designs optimized for scale, resiliency, and performance. o Design Layer 2 and Layer 3 architectures leveraging EVPN/VXLAN for multi tenant, cloud ready environments. o Lead architecture decisions in a multi vendor network ecosystem, with strong emphasis on Arista Networks platforms. o Develop reference architectures, design patterns, and technical standards aligned with Arista Validated Designs (AVD) and enterprise best practices. Arista Platforms & Multi Vendor Networking o Serve as a technical authority for Arista EOS based data center fabrics, while integrating with other vendors as required. o Design and operate network fabrics using Arista CloudVision (CVP) for centralized management, telemetry, and lifecycle operations. o Leverage AVD to drive consistent, repeatable, and automated fabric deployments. o Evaluate and integrate Arista solutions within a broader multi vendor strategy to avoid lock in while maximizing operational efficiency. AI, GPU & High Performance Workload Enablement o Design network fabrics capable of supporting AI/ML training and inference workloads, including large scale GPU clusters. o Optimize east west traffic, bandwidth, and latency for GPU fabrics and distributed compute platforms. o Support architectures requiring high throughput, deterministic performance, and scalable growth. o Collaborate with compute and platform teams to align network design with AI and GPU workload requirements. Private Cloud & Hybrid Enablement o Enable network architectures that support private cloud platforms and cloud like self service consumption. o Integrate networking into virtualization, container, and platform environments. o Support secure and scalable hybrid connectivity between private data centers and public cloud environments. o Ensure designs align with segmentation, Zero Trust networking, and security best practices. Automation & Infrastructure as Code o Drive automation first networking, minimizing manual configuration and operational risk. o Design and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Python, Terraform, Ansible, AVD, or similar frameworks. o Build reusable automation modules, pipelines, and workflows for network provisioning and lifecycle management. o Promote declarative, version controlled network operations across teams. Observability & AI Driven Operations o Define and implement advanced network observability strategies, including streaming telemetry, flow data, logs, and metrics. o Utilize Arista CloudVision telemetry and AI/ML driven analytics platforms to detect anomalies, predict failures, and optimize performance. o Integrate network observability into broader SRE and platform monitoring ecosystems. o Use data driven insights to improve reliability, capacity planning, and incident response. Engineering Excellence & Collaboration o Act as a technical authority and architectural advisor for data center networking initiatives. o Review designs, influence standards, and mentor engineers (without direct people management). o Partner closely with cloud, SRE, security, and application teams. o Participate in complex incident analysis and long term architectural remediation. Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. 8+ years of experience in data center networking or infrastructure engineering. Deep expertise in EVPN/VXLAN based architectures and large scale routed fabrics. Strong hands on experience with Arista EOS, CloudVision (CVP, CVaaS), and AVD. Experience designing networks for private cloud, AI, GPU, or high performance computing environments. Proven experience with automation and Infrastructure as Code (Python, Terraform, Ansible, AVD, or equivalent). Strong understanding of BGP, routing at scale, network segmentation, and resiliency patterns. Preferred Qualifications Experience designing or operating GPU fabrics or AI platforms at scale. Familiarity with lossless networking, RDMA, or high bandwidth fabrics. Experience supporting Kubernetes, OpenShift, or cloud native platforms. Hands on experience with network telemetry and AI driven observability tools. Experience integrating Arista platforms within multi vendor data center environments. Strong documentation and architecture review skills.

Global Network Director Dallas, TX 75243 (5 Days Onsite Role) Full-Time Permanent Role About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and visionary Global Network Director to lead our worldwide network operations, including Network Engineering, Data Centers, and Network Security teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our global network infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and coordinate the activities of Network Engineering, Data Centers, and Network Security teams across multiple global locations. Develop and implement strategic plans for network infrastructure growth, optimization, and modernization. Ensure high availability, performance, and security of the company's global network infrastructure. Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex network systems, including LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking solutions. Manage data center operations, including capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies. Direct the development and enforcement of network security policies and procedures to protect against cyber threats and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Collaborate with other IT leaders and business stakeholders to align network strategies with overall business objectives. Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for network equipment, services, and support. Oversee the budget for global network operations and ensure cost-effective resource allocation. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation and continuous improvement in network operations. Develop and mentor team members to build a high-performing, globally distributed workforce. Provide regular reports on network performance, security metrics, and project status to executive leadership. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field; Master's degree preferred. 10+ years of experience in network engineering and operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of network protocols, architectures, and technologies (e.g., TCP/IP, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, VPN, SDN). Experience with cloud networking platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with modern network observability platforms (e.g., Grafana, Elastic, Prometheus). Experience with Leaf Spine architecture in large scale data center environments. Expertise in network security principles, tools, and best practices. Familiarity with data center operations and infrastructure management. Strong project management and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across cultures and time zones. Willingness to travel internationally as required (up to 25% of the time). Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience with Arista Networks platforms, including EOS, CloudVision, and automation frameworks. Strong knowledge of next-generation networking technologies, such as: Network automation and orchestration (Python, Ansible, Terraform). Software-defined networking (SDN) and network virtualization. Industry certifications such as CCIE, CISSP, Arista ACE, or equivalent.