Nike Principal Infrastructure Engineer 

United States, Oregon, Beaverton 

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Who will you work with :

This role will be responsible for outlining dependencies for integration, technical evolution, engineering, and network operation of Cloud access solutions.

What will you work on:

• Design, deploy, and manage cloud-based network infrastructure in AWS and/or Azure environments, leveraging advanced networking capabilities and best practices.

• Develop automation scripts and workflows using Python or other programming languages to automate network provisioning, configuration, and monitoring tasks.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, architect solutions, and implement best practices for network automation, utilizing Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) provisioning.

• Implement and maintain automated pipeline solutions using Jenkins or similar tools to facilitate continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) for network infrastructure.

• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to ensure optimal performance and reliability, utilizing network automation techniques.

• Configure and manage Cisco routing (including BGP protocol) and switching technologies, with a preference for candidates holding CCNP or higher certification.

• Implement and manage firewall and load balancer configurations to ensure security and high availability of network services.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to enhance network automation capabilities and drive innovation in cloud networking.

• Document network designs, configurations, and procedures to facilitate knowledge sharing and maintain system integrity.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

• Proven experience as a Network Engineer in a cloud environment, with a focus on automation.

• Strong understanding of cloud networking principles and architectures, with AWS Advanced Networking and/or Azure Network Engineer Associate certifications preferred.

• Proficiency in Python or other programming languages for automation tasks.

• Experience with Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) provisioning and management.

• Experience with automated pipeline tools, with Jenkins preferred.

• Demonstrated expertise in network automation, including automated workflows and scripting.

• Proficient in Cisco routing protocols, particularly BGP, with CCNP or higher certification preferred.

• Knowledge of firewall technologies and load balancers, including configuration and management in cloud environments.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.