Description:

Vultr is seeking a Principal Engineer, Cloud Networking to architect and lead the evolution of its global cloud networking platform.
The role involves driving the design and implementation of scalable, reliable, and secure network services including VPC, edge connectivity, and security features.
This is a cross-functional, hands-on position that will shape the networking foundation of Vultr's infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include leading technical design for next-gen cloud networking, aligning the networking roadmap with product and infrastructure teams, and managing services like BGP peering and tenant isolation.
The engineer will also prototype and validate new capabilities at scale, support production systems and incident response, and extend Vultr’s control plane to integrate networking features.

Requirements:

Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in infrastructure, network engineering, or hosting environments.
Experience with virtual networking (public/private cloud), SDN, and VXLAN/EVPN is required.
Strong knowledge of BGP, L2/L3 routing, Linux, and Kubernetes networking is essential.
Network automation and observability experience is necessary.
Proficiency in Go or Rust is required, with familiarity in PHP and SQL considered a plus.
Clear communication skills across engineering and leadership are essential.

Vultr offers excellent medical benefits with 100% company-paid premiums for employee-only plans, as well as 100% company-paid dental and vision premiums.
A 401(k) plan is available that matches 100% up to 4% with immediate vesting.
Professional development reimbursement of $2,500 each year is provided.
Employees enjoy 11 holidays, paid time off accrual, and a rollover plan.
Increased PTO is offered at 3-year and 10-year anniversaries, along with a 1-month paid sabbatical every 5 years and an anniversary bonus each year.
A $500 first-year remote office setup and $400 each following year for new equipment is included.
Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month and gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month are also provided.
A company-paid Wellable subscription is included as part of the benefits package.

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