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Ll Oefentherapie

Senior Network Developer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

Conducts L1 network change reviews and creates and presents network changes to change management ... Mentors junior engineers and provides subject matter expert (SME) guidance on technical issues.

Oracle

Senior Network Developer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

As a Sr Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for helping design, build, test ... L1 network change reviews and creates and presents network changes to change management review ...

Oracle

Senior Network Developer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

As a Sr Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for helping design, build, test ... L1 network change reviews and creates and presents network changes to change management review ...

Oracle

Principal Network Engineer

Nashville, TN · On-site

... approves L1 and L2 network changes, and presents high-impact changes to cross-team change ... (SRE) teams to refine alerting systems and enhance early detection of network anomalies and ...

Plymouth Rock Assurance

Lead Network Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$110K - $152K/yr

The Sr. Network Engineer will be supporting a Cisco based network infrastructure with 11 office ... L1/L2/L3 design principles * Experience working with OSPF routing protocol * 5 plus years of hands ...

Oracle

Senior Network Developer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

... L1 network change reviews and creates and presents network changes to change management review ... engineers and provides subject matter expert (SME) guidance on technical issues. -Engages with ...

Oracle Corporation

Senior Network Developer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

As a Sr Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for helping design, build, test ... L1 network change reviews and creates and presents network changes to change management review ...

Oracle

Senior Network Developer

Nashville, TN · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

As a Sr Network Development Engineer, you will be responsible for helping design, build, test ... L1 network change reviews and creates and presents network changes to change management review ...

Plymouth Rock Assurance

Lead Network Engineer

Boston, MA

$110K - $152K/yr

The Sr. Network Engineer will be supporting a Cisco based network infrastructure with 11 office ... L1/L2/L3 design principles * Experience working with OSPF routing protocol * 5 plus years of hands ...

Service Global, Inc

Network Engineer-L2

Sterling, VA · On-site

Mentor L1/L0 technicians; review work for correctness (labeling, patching, port mapping) and enforce ESD/tooling best practices. * Update as-built network records (port maps, serials, rack elevations ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for l1 network engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An L1 Network Engineer is an entry-level IT professional responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining an organization's network infrastructure. They handle basic network issues, escalate complex problems to higher-level engineers, and ensure smooth network operations. Their tasks include diagnosing connectivity problems, configuring network devices, and assisting end-users. Strong problem-solving skills and a basic understanding of networking protocols are essential for this role.

What does an L1 network engineer do?

A typical day for an L1 Network Engineer involves monitoring network performance, responding to user-reported issues via a ticketing system, and performing initial troubleshooting steps to resolve connectivity or performance problems. You’ll frequently interact with both end-users and more senior network team members to escalate complex issues as needed. The role may also involve routine maintenance tasks, documenting incidents, and assisting with hardware setups or basic configuration changes. Working in a collaborative IT environment, L1 Network Engineers play a vital part in maintaining network reliability and helping other IT staff ensure seamless operations.

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To thrive as an L1 Network Engineer, you need a solid understanding of basic networking concepts, troubleshooting skills, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with network monitoring tools, ticketing systems, and fundamental certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA is highly beneficial. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a customer-focused attitude are valuable soft skills for this role. These capabilities ensure efficient diagnosis and resolution of network issues, minimize downtime, and support effective teamwork in dynamic IT environments.

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Network Engineer, Engineering R&D Environments

Austin, TX • On-site

Meta
Internet and IT • 10K+ employees
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$135K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Meta's Lab Infrastructure, Network, Compliance, and Security (LINCS) team is seeking a network engineer to help build and scale the network infrastructure supporting Meta's global engineering labs. Our team is responsible for network design, deployment, and operations for Meta's global engineering labs where we support multiple engineering teams. With the importance of rapidly maturing new technologies like the Metaverse and Gen AI, there are significant opportunities to re-think traditional networking and iterate quickly in our environment. This role offers an opportunity to work directly with engineering teams that are maturing new hardware and software on the path to production.
Network Engineer, Engineering R&D Environments Responsibilities:
  • Own end-to-end frontend and backend network design, deployment, and operations for AI and compute lab clusters
  • Serve as a primary networking point of contact for backend fabrics, including Arista- and internally developed network OS-based scale-out networks supporting AI workloads
  • Design, deploy, and support high-throughput, low-latency cluster networking, including congestion management (PFC/ECN), RDMA validation, and lossless transport
  • Perform hands-on troubleshooting and root-cause analysis across L1–L4 using packet captures, telemetry, and vendor tools to resolve complex lab issues
  • Support silicon, hardware, and software bring-ups, ensuring reliable connectivity and on-time validation
  • Lead and execute lab network lifecycle activities, including upgrades, migrations, capacity expansions, and decommissioning across regions
  • Develop and maintain network automation, configuration templates, and zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) workflows
  • Create and maintain MOPs, runbooks, and readiness checklists for internal teams and vendor executions
  • Provide direct consultation and training to cross-functional partners, enabling teams to operate and troubleshoot lab networks
  • End-to-end ownership of projects from requirements definition through customer handoff
  • Collaborate closely with hardware, software, systems, and lab operations teams to validate new platforms, optics, and network designs
  • Support limited travel (about 10%) for critical lab builds, migrations, or escalations

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 6+ years of experience designing, deploying, and operating network infrastructure in production or lab environments
  • Experience working in multi-vendor environments, including Arista, FBOSS-based platforms, and lab networking hardware
  • Experience with configuration management, code repositories, and zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) for network infrastructure
  • Experience with IPv4/IPv6, L2/L3 protocols, including STP, OSPF, BGP, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, VRRP, LACP, MC-LAG, ACLs, MACsec, and EVPN/VXLAN
  • Working knowledge of scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, shell) for automation and tooling
  • Demonstrated experience to operate consistently while working under your own initiative, seeking feedback and input where appropriate in a global, time-critical environment, managing multiple priorities and mission-critical timelines

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Understanding of physical infrastructure design, including structured cabling, space, power, and cooling systems
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy review)
  • Networking L1 expertise in validating multi-vendor optics, with proficiency using the BCM shell and I2C utilities to troubleshoot hardware-level issues
  • Experience with network automation, CI/CD pipelines, audit frameworks, and validation tooling
  • Hands-on experience with backend cluster networking, including scale-out fabrics, RDMA networks, and congestion management
  • Experience supporting AI/ML or high-performance compute clusters in lab or pre-production environments
  • Hands-on experience with lab test equipment, optics qualification (e.g., 400G/800G), optical switches and physical infrastructure
  • Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
  • Hold networking certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE or equivalent
  • Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
  • Hands-on experience with disaggregated networking products and software, such as Meta's open network OS (FBOSS), SONiC, Cumulus Linux, or equivalent open networking platforms

About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
$135,000/year to $191,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

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