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Senior Cloud Network Engineer
Lytx
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Senior Cloud Network Engineer – Lytx
Location: [Insert location / remote options]
Employment Type: Full‑time, 24 × 7 × 365 on‑call rotation
Reports To: [Cloud Architecture / Engineering Manager]
Why Lytx?
- Mission‑driven: Your work helps save lives on roadways.
- Culture: Hungry, humble, capable – we value collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.
- Growth: Rapidly scaling cloud platform with a focus on automation and IaC.
Key Responsibilities
| Area | What You’ll Do |
|---|---|
| Network Architecture | Design, implement, and maintain complex, secure, highly‑available AWS network solutions (VPCs, subnets, TGWs, Direct Connect, etc.). |
| Hybrid Connectivity | Build and manage VPN/Direct Connect links between on‑prem data centers and AWS. |
| Infrastructure as Code | Write, review, and evolve Terraform (and CloudFormation) modules for all network resources; standardize repos and CI/CD pipelines. |
| Performance & Security | Optimize latency, throughput, and cost; enforce security controls (SGs, NACLs, WAF, Shield, Cloudflare). |
| Collaboration | Partner with architects, developers, and security teams to align networking with application and compliance needs. |
| Operations | Troubleshoot complex network incidents, perform root‑cause analysis, and participate in on‑call rotation. |
| Continuous Improvement | Drive automation, monitoring (New Relic, Sumo Logic), and best‑practice documentation. |
Required Technical Skills
- Network Engineering: 8+ years in 24 × 7 production environments; deep knowledge of routing, segmentation, and security.
- AWS Expertise: 3+ years building large‑scale networks with VPC, TGW, Direct Connect, VPN, ELB (ALB/NLB/GWLB), Route 53, PrivateLink, etc.
- IaC: 3+ years Terraform (preferred) and/or CloudFormation for network resources.
- Automation: Proficiency in Python and/or Bash for scripting.
- Monitoring: Experience with New Relic, Sumo Logic, or similar telemetry platforms.
- Cloudflare: Familiarity with WAF, Zero Trust, DDoS protection, CDN.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty.
- CCNP / CCIE certification.
- Experience managing multi‑account AWS Organizations and cross‑account networking.
Personal Attributes
- Self‑motivated; can work independently while keeping stakeholders informed.
- Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting mindset.
- Flexible schedule for after‑hours maintenance and offshore collaboration.
- Passion for continuous learning and sharing knowledge with teammates.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary + performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
- Generous PTO and flexible work arrangements.
- Professional development budget (certifications, conferences).
- Inclusive, supportive environment where every voice matters.
Ready to help save lives through cutting‑edge cloud networking?
Apply now at [Insert Application Link] or email your resume to [recruiter@lytx.com].
Lytx is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Requirements
- Network Architecture and Segmentation
- 8+ years of Network Engineering experience in a 24x7x365 production environment.
- 5+ years of large enterprise IT experience supporting 24x7x365 production environments.
- 3+ years experience using AWS Terraform deployments
- Strong AWS network infrastructure experience: VPC, CIDRs, Subnets, Route Tables, Internet Gateways, NAT Gateways
- VPN, AWS Direct Connect, AWS Transit Gateway
- Elastic Load Balancing (ALB, NLB, GWLB)
- Route 53, AWS Global Accelerator
- VPC peering, AWS PrivateLink, VPC Endpoints
- Network ACLs, Security Groups
- AWS WAF, AWS Shield
- Cloudflare services: WAF, Zero Trust, DDoS, CDN.
- Infrastructure as Code deployment experience in large cloud deployments.
- Experience with logging and telemetry platforms such as New Relic, Sumo Logic
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain complex AWS network architectures for Lytx's cloud infrastructure.
- Architect and deploy secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions using AWS services.
- Optimize network performance, security, and connectivity across multi-account and multi-region AWS environments.
- Implement and manage hybrid cloud connectivity solutions between on-premises data centers and AWS.
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for network resources using Terraform and AWS CloudFormation.
- Collaborate with security teams to implement and maintain network security controls and compliance requirements.
- Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Participate in on-call rotation.
Skills
AWS CloudFormationAWS Direct ConnectAWS Global AcceleratorAWS PrivateLinkAWS WAFCloudflareNew RelicRoute 53Sumo LogicTerraformVPCVPN
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