Senior Cloud Network Engineer chez Figure

Figure is an AI Robotics company developing a general purpose humanoid. Our humanoid robot, Figure 02, is designed for commercial tasks and the home. We are based in San Jose, CA and require 5 days/week in-office collaboration. It’s time to build.

We are looking for a skilled Senior Network Engineer with a strong background in both cloud network administration (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premise Cisco networking, including switching and wireless technologies. The ideal candidate will be experienced in managing hybrid environments, configuring firewalls, implementing SD-WAN solutions, and delivering exceptional customer service. This candidate also needs to be experienced in a start-up company environment and be team oriented. 

This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity, performance, and security of both cloud and on-site network infrastructure for our organization and its clients.

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Network Administration:

  • Design, configure, and support virtual networks, routing, VPNs, and load balancing in AWS, Azure, and GCP.
  • Administer cloud network components (e.g., VPCs, Transit Gateways, Azure VNets, GCP Interconnects).
  • Ensure cloud networking aligns with enterprise security and performance standards.
  • Automate cloud network provisioning using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot cloud network performance and incidents. 
  • Lead efforts to audit, standardize, and secure Azure networking resources, transforming a loosely managed environment into a well-governed, cost-optimized, and scalable architecture

• On-Premise Networking:

  • Deploy, configure, and manage Cisco switching and wireless solutions.
  • Maintain wired and wireless network availability across corporate offices.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues related to switches, APs, controllers, and PoE devices.

• Security & WAN Technologies:

  • Configure and manage firewalls (e.g., Cisco ASA/Firepower, Palo Alto).
  • Implement and support SD-WAN technologies for secure, optimized wide-area connectivity.
  • Ensure network compliance with internal security policies and industry standards.

• Customer Service & Support:

  • Serve as a point of contact for internal stakeholders and clients on network-related issues.
  • Provide high-quality support, documentation, and communication throughout project lifecycles.
  • Participate in on-call rotations and respond to escalations with professionalism and urgency.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering and cloud administration.
• Solid experience with:
  
  • AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform networking components. Experience with AWS Direct Connect or Azure ExpressRoute is a plus.
  • Cisco switching (Layer 2/3) and wireless infrastructure. Experience with Cisco DNS/Catalyst Center is a plus.
  • Firewall configuration and management.
  • SD-WAN solutions (e.g., Cisco Viptela, Velo Cloud, Fatpipe).
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, etc.).
• Proficiency in network monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds, NetFlow).
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Bonus Qualifications: 

• Relevant certifications, such as:
  
  • Cisco (CCNA, CCNP)
  • AWS Certified Advanced Networking
  • Azure Network Engineer Associate
  • Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer
• Experience working in hybrid IT environments (on-prem + cloud).
• Familiarity with Zero Trust architecture and secure cloud networking principles.
• Early stage start up experience.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive and collaborative mindset.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a cross-functional team, in a high paced start-up company environment.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is between $180,000 - $240,000 annually.

The pay offered for this position may vary based on several individual factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package may also include additional components/benefits depending on the specific role. This information will be shared if an employment offer is extended.