Senior Network Engineer

Intrepid Studios is looking for a passionate and talented Senior Network Engineer, interested in working with a studio creating worlds in a brand new IP. This position will work with all game dev departments as well as leadership to unsure that the studio network is in top form and meeting the needs to the entire organization. 

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, maintain and optimize network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points.
• Ensure network security through the implementation of firewalls, VPNs, and other security measures.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal operation and minimal downtime.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to develop and implement network solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Perform regular network assessments and audits to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network configurations, changes, and procedures.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other team members.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in networking technologies.

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer/Administrator or similar role.
• Experience with Ubiquiti, Palo Alto, and Dell EMC networking stacks.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, routing, and switching.
• Experience with network security practices and technologies.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies and cloud-based services.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, etc.) are a plus.

• Experience with a wide-range of networking technologies and vendors.
• Knowledge of scripting and automation tools.
• Understanding of ITIL practices and principles.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools.
• Familiarity with disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
• Experience and familiarity with storage appliances/systems.

Interview Overview:

Below you'll find an outline of the interview plan for this role. Please note that while this is what we expect the process to look like; we may ask you for supplemental information or require an additional step before making a final decision.

• 30 min interview with a member of our Talent Team
• 60 min interview with the Hiring Manager and Team
• Final interview with the Executive Team
• References calls & a background check

The Legal Bits:

We offer competitive pay based on market standards plus a significant annual bonus structure. The base salary for this role is between $80,000 - $120,000, depending on skills and experience. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company. We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall throughout the range based on these factors.

Job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, to apply for positions. We are an equal opportunity employer and we're committed to a fair and consistent interview process and employer experience.

About Us:

Founded in 2015, Intrepid Studios is the independent developer and publisher of the upcoming and Most Anticipated MMORPG, Ashes of Creation. Based in beautiful Southern California, Intrepid has assembled a veteran AAA team of tremendous talent and experience in the MMORPG industry. The gaming industry can be a turbulent storm of hiring cycles and layoffs. We’ve set out to do something different, to break this cycle and create an independent studio capable of withstanding the chaos of this industry. We’ve brought on-board a team of professionals that hold a diverse set of skills, and who all share a singular goal: making fun games. The studio is designed to be an open place for collaboration and communication, a place that is conducive to team building and success. Our goal is to build a family that will laugh together, play together, succeed together, and stay together.

All posted positions are full-time with generous medical benefit options covered 100% by employer for employees and dependents plus paid vacation & sick days, and 401k with matching. 

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Intrepid Studios will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Applicants of all ages, identities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Intrepid Studios will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law.

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