Network Team Lead

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Job Summary

The Network Team Lead is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, performance, and development of the network operations team. This role includes leading and managing a team of network engineers, ensuring the reliable and secure operation of all network systems, and driving the design, implementation, and optimization of network solutions.

The Network Team Lead will work closely with other IT teams and business lines to align strategies, manage resources effectively, and ensure the delivery of high-quality service to support the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of High-Performance Computing network infrastructure
• Provide network capacity planning recommendations in line with anticipated operational growth
• Act as escalation point for complex technical issues
• Ensure smooth production operations by careful planning and coordinated changes
• Provide excellent customer service to various internal and external clients
• Coach and mentor junior engineering staff to empower growth and team cohesion
• Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to deliver support and recommendations regarding network technologies
• Provide detailed and accurate documentation on network designs and standards
• Lead local, regional, and global networking projects
• Participate in the regional on-call support rotation
• Travel domestically or internationally as required on a limited basis

Required Skills

• 10+ years of overall experience installing and supporting High Performance Computing systems and architectures for global companies
• 5+ years of experience leading technical teams, with responsibility for managing a team of direct reports.
• Deep understanding and experience with data center network architectures (spine and leaf) and protocols (VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, MLAG)
• Knowledge of modern data center fiber optic cabling and connector standards
• Experience with monitoring and alerting systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
• Familiarity with network automation frameworks and programming languages (Ansible, Python, etc.)

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting hardware and software in a multi-vendor environment
• Experience with OpenStack cloud computing infrastructure
• Knowledge of Linux operating systems, virtualization, and containerization technologies
• Experience supporting Software Defined Networks (SD-WAN)
• Deployment knowledge or experience managing security products (Firewall, IPS/IDS)
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
• CCNP or equivalent networking experience

Our Hiring Process

At Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.

We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don't hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.