Operate and trouble-shoot network routing, interconnectivity, platforms, performance, and configuration issues; including low level application interaction, Linux systems, and next-gen networking software tools
Maintain standards across the networking toolset and ensure that we are fully compliant with those standards and policies
Drive and support innovation from Top of Rack to the Network Border and everything in between
Work closely with the Network Architect to ensure fast, smooth roll-out of new designs and products, as well as assist with deployment and sustaining of network infrastructure and tooling
Proficient in either Python or Go programming language
Experience working with networking protocols and APIs, ideally Open vSwitch and/or any RESTful APIs for network devices and services
Proficient in network topologies and architecture (VLAN, LAN, WAN)
Experience with automation frameworks, specifically Ansible, to write scripts and automate network configurations
Experience with SONiC and Cumulus Network Operating System (NOS)
Experience in rail-optimized technology
Experience with key Kubernetes networking concepts
Experience using the Kubernetes Container Network Interface (CNI) to interact with network plugins and manage pod networking
Familiarity with configuring, deploying, and maintaining the MetalLB Operator for traffic load balancing on bare metal clusters
Ability to effectively communicate with team members, vendors, and customers to understand requirements and implement solutions
Proficient time management to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced
Qualifications
Required
Extensive experience designing, deploying, and troubleshooting large-scale enterprise WAN architectures using core routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), MPLS, and overlay networks across geographically distributed sites.
Proven hands-on track record configuring and managing enterprise-grade Software-Defined WAN platforms (e.g., Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN/Viptela, Fortinet Secure SD-WAN, VMware Velocloud, or Silver Peak), including centralized policy enforcement, zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), and dynamic path selection.
Proficiency in developing production automation scripts and configuration frameworks using Python and Ansible, with practical experience consuming network REST APIs, NETCONF/RESTCONF, and data serialization formats (JSON, YAML, XML).
Strong background implementing secure transport connectivity across WAN boundaries, including IPsec site-to-site tunnels, MACsec, Next-Gen Firewall policies, and QoS traffic shaping for latency-sensitive application traffic.
Desired
Experience using Terraform to declare network state alongside version-controlled GitOps workflows (e.g., GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) to automate change validation, linting, and continuous network deployment.
Practical experience with model-driven telemetry (gRPC, gNMI), YANG data modeling, and streaming observability pipelines (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/OpenSearch, ThousandEyes) for proactive latency, jitter, and loss analytics.
Experience integrating enterprise SD-WAN topologies with major public clouds (AWS Transit Gateway/Direct Connect, Azure Virtual WAN/ExpressRoute) and Secure Access Service
Clearance: Active Top Secret w/ SCI Eligibility
Location: On-site in Chantilly, Virginia
About Quantum Sky
Compensation
Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically between $120,000- $140,000. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Benefits
Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.
The world the mission operates in is going post-quantum, contested, and machine-speed. Quantum Sky engineers the advantage across cyber, networks, software, and quantum because the mission demands dominance, not parity. We don't follow the map. We draw it.
At Quantum Sky, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamQuantumSky?
Quantum Sky Engineering LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, [sexual orientation, gender identity,] national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.
