Data Center Network Design Engineer

Job Summary

Pull Skill Technologies is hiring a Data Center Network Design Engineer to work remotely from anywhere in the United States. This full‑time W‑2 position offers a competitive rate of $60 per hour (approximately $148,946.53 annually) with benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document large‑scale enterprise and data‑center network architectures.
• Collaborate with implementation teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure designs are scalable, resilient, and meet performance requirements.
• Create detailed schematics, bill of materials, and routing diagrams for data‑center fabric, core, aggregation, and edge layers.
• Conduct feasibility studies, capacity planning, and risk assessments for new network deployments.
• Provide technical guidance during installation, configuration, and testing phases.
• Maintain up‑to‑date design standards, best practices, and reference architectures.
• Support post‑implementation reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing enterprise and data‑center networks (Cisco, Arista, Juniper, or similar).
• Deep understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS‑IS), switching fabrics, VLANs, and network virtualization (VXLAN, NVGRE).
• Hands‑on experience with data‑center technologies such as leaf‑spine architectures, DCI, MPLS, and SD‑WAN.
• Proficiency in network design tools (Visio, Lucidchart, NetBrain) and scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Strong communication skills to translate complex technical concepts into clear documentation for cross‑functional teams.
• Relevant certifications (CCNP, CCDP, CCIE, or equivalent) are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate ($60/hr) with full‑time benefits package.
• Remote work flexibility – work from any US location.
• Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) options.
• Professional development budget for certifications and training.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of work will I be doing as a Data Center Network Design Engineer?

You will create and document large‑scale enterprise and data‑center network architectures, collaborate with implementation teams, and ensure designs are scalable, resilient, and aligned with business goals.

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, the role is remote and open to candidates located anywhere in the United States.

What compensation and benefits are offered?

The position pays $60 per hour (about $148,946 annually) and includes a full benefits package covering health, dental, vision, and retirement options.