8+ years of progressive network engineering experience, including 3+ years in an architecture or principal-level role
Demonstrated experience owning network architecture across complex, multi-site environments including data centers, industrial facilities, and corporate networks
Deep expertise across network domains including IT, cloud, and industrial networking (IoT, OT, PLC, SCADA)
Proven experience designing, implementing, and evolving production networks at scale
Strong background in network security frameworks, audits, and compliance initiatives
Experience working with vendors, carriers, and procurement teams on infrastructure builds
Strong understanding of change management and architectural governance processes
CCIE certification or equivalent expertise
CISSP, GICSP, or other security-focused certifications
Experience with high-performance networking for AI/ML or HPC workloads (e.g., RDMA, InfiniBand, low-latency fabrics)
Experience supporting infrastructure in energy, industrial, or edge compute environments
Background in high-growth or startup environments scaling global infrastructure