Microsoft Cloud Network Peering Engineer 

Australia, New South Wales, Sydney 

436045081

• 2+ years technical experience in network design, development, and automation OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in networking technologies.
• Experience in strategic negotiations and/or business development in peering and internet technologies.
• Understanding of BGP configuration and internet routing.
• Experience with contractual/MSA negotiations.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

• Maintain healthy relationships with established peers and develop relationships with potential strategic peers.
• Manage IX (Internet Exchange) relationships and contracts to ensure optimal connectivity and performance.
• Formulate, execute, and manage strategies to keep traffic localized to optimize cost and performance.
• Represent the organization’s interest in developing internet ecosystem policy.