Sr. Network Engineer

Academy Award®-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation.
$177,480 - $229,680
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
1,000 - 5,000 Employees
7+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Sr. Network Engineer

Pixar Animation Studios, a renowned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join their technical team in Emeryville. This role combines technical expertise with leadership opportunities in a creative environment that has produced beloved films like Toy Story, Inside Out, and Coco.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 7+ years of experience who will be responsible for designing and maintaining the network infrastructure that powers Pixar's creative workflows. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of enterprise networking technologies including Arista, Aruba, Juniper, and Palo Alto Networks systems.

Key responsibilities include architecting network solutions, managing daily operations, implementing security measures, and providing technical leadership to the team. The role involves both hands-on technical work and strategic planning, requiring someone who can balance immediate operational needs with long-term infrastructure goals.

The compensation range of $177,480 to $229,680 reflects the senior nature of the position and Pixar's commitment to attracting top talent. The role offers the unique opportunity to work at a studio that has won 35 Academy Awards® and generated over $13 billion in worldwide box office revenue.

This is an ideal position for a network engineering professional who wants to combine technical excellence with creative industry impact, working in a collaborative environment that values innovation, operational excellence, and continuous learning. The role offers the chance to contribute to the technical foundation that enables Pixar's world-class animation work while growing professionally in a company known for pushing creative and technical boundaries.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Network Engineer

  • Design and implement network topologies that support and enhance creative workflows
  • Perform daily network maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Manage Wired, Wireless, and VPN connectivity
  • Monitor and analyze network service metrics
  • Research and implement security solutions
  • Create and maintain network documentation
  • Develop standard operating procedures
  • Implement proactive solutions
  • Mentor junior team members
  • Participate in on-call support rotation

Requirements For Sr. Network Engineer

Linux
  • 7+ years of experience in network management and troubleshooting
  • Background in Arista, Aruba, Juniper, and Palo Alto Networks
  • Comprehensive expertise in networking protocols
  • Proficiency with diagnostic and monitoring tools
  • Expertise in deploying and maintaining physical servers
  • Technical leadership experience
  • Experience with configuration management/automation
  • Experience with VMware vSwitches
  • IPv6 experience
  • Experience implementing 802.1x

Benefits For Sr. Network Engineer

  • Competitive Salary

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