Join SpaceX as a Sr. IT Network Engineer to lead the design and implementation of complex wired and wireless networks.
Posted by employer 2 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 8 hours ago
Skills & Technologies
What you'll build
- Lead the design of large-scale networks
- Configure campus and data center networks
- Troubleshoot networking-related issues
- Support deployment of network access control
- Develop network automation tools
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
- 7+ years of professional network engineering experience
Nice to have
- Expert understanding of the OSI model
- Experience with Python scripting
- Industry-standard certifications such as CCNP or CCIE
Practical constraints
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends
- This role requires you to be onsite
Requirements
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- No sponsorship (stated in posting)
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation.
Joblaze summary
The Sr. IT Network Engineer at SpaceX is responsible for designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex wired and wireless networks to support the company's infrastructure. This role requires expertise in networking technologies, including routing, switching, and network access control, along with proficiency in tools for network automation and monitoring. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in network engineering, particularly with Cisco and Juniper systems, and should possess relevant industry certifications. The position demands a hands-on approach and is integral to maintaining the reliability of SpaceX's expansive network.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 26, 2026. Last confirmed on SpaceX's careers page September 28, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 3 other locations at SpaceX: Memphis, TN, Hawthorne, CA, Starbase, TX.
- BGP appears in 0.6% of 2288 comparable senior other roles in United States; Cisco wireless LAN controllers appears in 0.1% of 2288 comparable senior other roles in United States.
Quick facts
- Is the Sr. IT Network Engineer role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in Bastrop, TX.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 7 years of relevant experience for this Sr. IT Network Engineer role.
- Where is the role based?
- SpaceX is hiring for this position in Bastrop, TX.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: 802.1X, Arista, BGP, Cisco Catalyst, Cisco wireless LAN controllers, DHCP.
- What seniority level is this role?
- SpaceX targets senior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Sr. IT Network Engineer role at SpaceX.
From the original posting
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. IT NETWORK ENGINEER
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today, SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SpaceX is looking for an experienced network engineer with expertise in networking technologies that support routing, switching, dynamic multicast, Wi-Fi, network access control, automation, etc. This position will be directly involved with supporting and expanding our campus and data center infrastructure as well as our expansive wireless network using reliable and redundant design standards.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of large-scale, complex wired and wireless networks.
- Configure, install, and support campus and data center networks.
- Troubleshoot wired/wireless networking-related issues.
- Support the deployment of network access control (NAC) using 802.1X.
- Develop and enforce network policies and standards.
- Plan and prepare project roadmaps.
- Develop network automation tools to support our enterprise network.
- Monitor network health using in-house and third-party tools.
- Create and maintain proper documentation of our networks.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or other STEM discipline and 7+ years of professional network engineering experience; OR 10+ years of professional network engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Expert understanding of the OSI model and network standards.
- Cisco Catalyst, Juniper, and Arista data center-class switches.
- Cisco wireless LAN controllers or other wireless technologies.
- Network Access Control (NAC) using 802.1X.
- Wave Division Multiplexing and Fiber Optics.
- DNS, DHCP, SNMP, IP helpers, ARP, CDP, LLDP.
- BGP routing.
- Switch port security features.
- Network monitoring tools.
- Network documentation.
- Linux/Windows system administration.
- Experience with Python scripting.
- Industry-standard certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or JNCIE.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
- This role requires you to be onsite. Hybrid or remote work will not be considered.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
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