Network Engineer I Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

AMAX is an IT infrastructure and advanced computing solutions company serving enterprise and OEM customers with customized systems, from servers and workstations to rack solutions and HPC/GPU-accelerated infrastructure. Our work sits at the intersection of hardware, infrastructure, and advanced computing, helping customers deploy systems built for demanding technical environments.

In this role, you will help strengthen the network foundation behind a cloud-like infrastructure environment while working closely with teams responsible for infrastructure, security, and operations. This is an opportunity to contribute to a hands-on engineering function with meaningful ownership, supporting both the underlying platform and the operational needs that keep the datacenter running smoothly.

• Design, build, and operate the on-prem network infrastructure underpinning our cloud-like environment
• Own VLAN design, routing, firewall policy, and load balancer configuration across the datacenter
• Manage network segmentation and access control in support of security and compliance needs
• Build and maintain configuration-as-code for network devices and infrastructure using Ansible (and Terraform/Terragrunt where applicable)
• Collaborate closely with the infrastructure/DevSecOps engineer(s) on shared tooling, monitoring, and automation
• Support and monitor network health using Prometheus, Grafana, and Alertmanager
• Troubleshoot network issues across routing, switching, firewalls, and load balancing
• Provide general datacenter support for customers co-located in the HostMax datacenter — things like cabling, hardware swaps, rack/stack work, and basic troubleshooting
• Participate in business-hours (M-F) on-call rotation for customer and network support
• Participate in an SDLC/Scrum-based workflow, using Jira and Confluence for planning and documentation
• Help define network standards, runbooks, and best practices as the team and topology grow
• Take on increasing ownership of network architecture and scope as the team matures and responsibilities shift from the infra engineer(s) to this role

Requirements

• Solid working knowledge of networking fundamentals: VLANs, routing, firewalls, and load balancers

• Hands-on experience with configuration-as-code for infrastructure using Ansible
• Exposure to on-prem/datacenter network operations
• Proficiency with Git and standard version control workflows
• Willingness to do hands-on datacenter/hardware work (cabling, rack/stack, hardware troubleshooting) in addition to network engineering
• Prior colocation/datacenter smart-hands experience

Nice to Have:

• Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and how networking applies within them
• Experience with Prometheus, Grafana, and Alertmanager (or equivalent monitoring stacks)
• Familiarity with HashiCorp tooling (Vault, Boundary) as it relates to network access and secrets
• Familiarity with Keycloak or other identity/access management platforms
• Networking certifications (e.g., CCNA or equivalent) or formal networking coursework
• Familiarity with Scrum, SDLC practices, and tools like Jira/Confluence (admin experience a plus)
• Experience with Terraform/Terragrunt
• Prior experience joining or building an infrastructure/network team from scratch

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Commuter benefits
• Disability insurance

The annual salary range for this position is between $120,000 and $150,000. This may be subject to change based on the candidate's education, experience and skill set.

We also have a perfect location for all types of commuters: AMAX is located right between I-680 and I-880. Warm Springs/South Fremont BART station and bus stops are within a 10-minute walking distance. 5 grocery stores, 6+ coffee/tea places, and numerous restaurants within 1 mile. Feel free to try the delicious fusions or grab your daily groceries after work!

Established in 1979, AMAX is a globally recognized leader in GPU-accelerated IT infrastructure, specializing in transforming standard IT systems into advanced, high-performance computing solutions. Catering to industries such as AI, cloud computing, autonomous vehicles, and high-performance computing, AMAX has set benchmarks in innovation, including pioneering liquid-cooled HPC systems for the semiconductor industry. With a global footprint spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, AMAX offers end-to-end services from design and manufacturing to deployment. Committed to addressing the growing demands of AI, AMAX delivers advanced solutions that help organizations achieve their technology goal and drive progress on a global scale.

Become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your technical expertise and innovative thinking. Together, we’ll push the boundaries of what’s possible in the hardware industry.

AMAX is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants and provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, gender, or other legally protected characteristics.