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Network Engineering and Operation Manager

Zoom

San Jose, CAHybridFull-time$147–339K/yrPosted 3w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$147–339K/yr
Location
San Jose, CAHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Zoom is hiring a Network Engineering and Operation Manager. This role leads global network infrastructure and data center operations supporting over 10,000 employees and AI/ML training infrastructure. The manager oversees a team of 13 globally distributed network engineers and data center technicians, operating in a follow‑the‑sun model and partnering with architects to execute strategic initiatives.

Key focus areas include Managing global network infrastructure with BGP and OSPF routing protocols, Architecting cloud connectivity across AWS and GCP to ensure reliability, and Implementing and maintaining Zero Trust network architecture with security partners.

Important skills include Network Engineering, Identity Verification Services, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Management, Stakeholder Management, and BGP.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Network EngineeringIdentity Verification ServicesThreat DetectionVulnerability ManagementStakeholder ManagementBGPOSPFAWSGCPZero Trust SecurityIdentity VerificationLeast-Privilege AccessMicro-SegmentationContinuous AuthenticationSecurity Policy DevelopmentHigh-Performance NetworkingLow-Latency NetworksGPU ClustersDistributed ML WorkloadsNetwork Topology OptimizationCollective CommunicationsStorage NetworkingHigh-Throughput Data PipelinesData Center OperationsMegawatt-Scale Capacity PlanningData Center MigrationsNetwork Operations Best PracticesNetwork ReliabilityNetwork UptimeAI/ML InfrastructureCloud InterconnectivityNetwork Observability PlatformsLeadershipCommunicationInfluence Without AuthorityTranslating Technical Concepts

Qualifications

BS/MS in Computer Science or Equivalent Experience10+ Years in Network Engineering5+ Years Managing Distributed Technical TeamsProven Experience Leading Large-Scale Infrastructure ProjectsWillingness to Participate in on-Call Rotation

Full job description

Network Engineering and Operation Manager - San Jose, California, United States Kiosk mode Network Engineering and Operation Manager Information Technology

Network Engineering and Operation Manager

  • San Jose, California, United States
  • Full time What you can expect

This role leads global network infrastructure and data center operations supporting over 10,000 employees and AI/ML training infrastructure. The manager oversees a team of 13 globally distributed network engineers and data center technicians. The team is operating in a follow-the-sun model to provide continuous coverage, while partnering closely with the Network and Infrastructure Architects to execute strategic initiatives.

About the Team

As a global team we design, automate, and optimize IT infrastructure, focusing on cloud operations,

networking, and security. We leverage IaC, automation, and CI/CD to streamline network operations and management, partnering with business stakeholders to improve the user experience.

Responsibilities

  • Managing global network infrastructure with BGP and OSPF routing protocols. Architecting cloud connectivity across AWS and GCP to ensure network reliability and uptime for users worldwide.

  • Implementing and maintaining Zero Trust network architecture in partnership with security architects. This includes identity verification, least-privilege access, micro-segmentation, and continuous authentication across network, data center, and cloud environments.

  • Collaborating with SOC and security teams on threat detection and vulnerability management, while developing comprehensive security policies for sensitive data flows and high-value assets.

  • Driving Lab, build and AI training infrastructure, providing high-performance, low-latency networks for GPU clusters supporting distributed ML workloads with 100+ GPUs.

  • Optimizing network topology for collective communications, managing storage networking for high- throughput data pipelines. Overseeing data center operations supporting dense GPU deployments with specialized power and cooling requirements.

  • Coordinating megawatt-scale capacity planning and leads data center migrations while considering long-running training jobs. What we’re looking for

  • Hold a BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

  • Have 10+ years in network engineering with 5+ years managing distributed technical teams.

  • Be proficient in network operations best practices, network reliability and uptime, and deep Zero Trust security expertise.

  • Have hands-on experience with AI/ML infrastructure, high-performance networking, cloud interconnectivity, and network observability platforms. Have proven experience leading large-scale infrastructure projects. Willingness to participate in on-call rotation while maintaining both leadership responsibilities and hands-on technical involvement transforming a team.

  • Have excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with ability to influence without authority and translate complex technical concepts for executive stakeholders and non-technical audiences.

Salary Range or On Target Earnings:

Minimum:

$146,700.00

Maximum:

$339,300.00

In addition to the base salary and/or OTE listed Zoom has a Total Direct Compensation philosophy that takes into consideration; base salary, bonus and equity value.

Note: Starting pay will be based on a number of factors and commensurate with qualifications & experience.

We also have a location based compensation structure; there may be a different range for candidates in this and other locations

At Zoom, we offer a window of at least 5 days for you to apply because we believe in giving you every opportunity. Below is the potential closing date, just in case you want to mark it on your calendar. We look forward to receiving your application!

Anticipated Position Close Date:

08/30/26

Ways of Working Our structured hybrid approach is centered around our offices and remote work environments. The work style of each role, Hybrid, Remote, or In-Person is indicated in the job description/posting.

Benefits As part of our award-winning workplace culture and commitment to delivering happiness, our benefits program offers a variety of perks, benefits, and options to help employees maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and financial health; support work-life balance; and contribute to their community in meaningful ways. Click Learn for more information.

About Us Zoomies help people stay connected so they can get more done together. We set out to build the best collaboration platform for the enterprise, and today help people communicate better with products like Zoom Contact Center, Zoom Phone, Zoom Events, Zoom Apps, Zoom Rooms, and Zoom Webinars. We’re problem-solvers, working at a fast pace to design solutions with our customers and users in mind. Find room to grow with opportunities to stretch your skills and advance your career in a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

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