Network Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and operate network connectivity for trading infrastructure across global colocation sites and regions
• Deliver end-to-end network setups including cross-connects, routing, validation testing, and go-live readiness
• Investigate and resolve complex network issues affecting latency, jitter, packet loss, or reliability
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks in collaboration with systems and hardware engineers
• Support timing-sensitive networking (PTP/NTP) through bring-up, validation, and monitoring
• Improve operational repeatability through automation, templates, and tooling
• Participate in scheduled on-call rotations to support network operations and incident response

Requirements

• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting production networks, Linux, and NGFW
• Solid understanding of routing and switching fundamentals (BGP, OSPF, VLANs, L2/L3 design)
• Strong understanding of how networks impact system and application performance
• Ability to work end-to-end and collaborate across different technical domains
• Automation mindset with scripting experience in Python or Bash

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in low-latency or performance-sensitive environments such as trading or exchanges
• Experience with colocation and provider connectivity (cross-connects, optics, acceptance testing)
• Experience with cloud connectivity (Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, Cloud Interconnect)
• Knowledge of PTP/NTP and timing-related failure modes
• CCNP-level knowledge (SP, DC, or Enterprise) or equivalent hands-on experience

Benefits

• Work remotely from anywhere in the world with access to global offices
• Flexible schedule and 40 paid days off
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge hardware and technology in an international team

About the Company

Eqvilent is a high-performance trading firm focused on building sophisticated trading infrastructure. We provide an exciting environment with ample opportunities for professional growth and technical challenge.