Distinguished Engineer – Data Center Network Architecture & Engineering
Core
Define and lead the next generation of data center networking for GEICO's Private Cloud, Platform Engineering, AI/ML, and enterprise application ecosystems.
Role type
Distinguished Engineer (Data Center Network Architecture & Engineering)
Builds
Hyperscale-inspired network platforms, software-defined networking, network automation, and cloud connectivity.
Domain
Insurance / Data Center Networking / Cloud Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Data center network architecture, Layer 2/3 protocols (BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, ECMP, MPLS, OSPF), leaf-spine/Clos fabrics, software-defined networking, network virtualization, cloud networking, Kubernetes networking, OpenStack networking, Linux system architecture, distributed systems, software development (Go, Python, C/C++, Rust, Java), API design, Infrastructure-as-Code, GitOps, observability, Zero Trust security.
Preferred skills
15+ years networking/infrastructure/cloud experience, 10+ years enterprise/hyperscale network architecture, open networking technologies, disaggregated network operating systems, SmartNICs/DPUs.
Technologies
OpenStack, Kubernetes, SmartNICs, DPUs, Go, Python, C/C++, Rust, Java, GitOps, BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, ECMP, MPLS, OSPF
Responsibilities
Define long-term architectural vision for data center network infrastructure; Establish standards for data center fabrics, cloud networking, and network security; Design large-scale data center network architectures supporting virtualization and cloud-native applications; Lead design of software-defined networking and automated network provisioning platforms; Partner with cloud, compute, storage, and security teams to deliver integrated solutions; Mentor senior engineers and lead architecture reviews.
Seniority
Distinguished, highest level technical authority & mentorship
