Remote Network Engineer — Cloud Backbone
Northern, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA
Listed on 2026-10-21
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IT/Tech
Network Engineer, Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Cybersecurity
Location: Northern
As a Network Administrator at Hostphase, you will help architect, operate, and grow the global backbone that powers our cloud platform. Working closely with systems and software engineers, you will keep connectivity fast, resilient, and secure for customers around the world. Expect a hands-on environment where you can go deep, move quickly, and grow into a senior networking specialist.
Who we areHostphase is a fast-growing cloud infrastructure provider serving customers in more than 140 countries. We make it effortless for developers to launch and scale their applications on a fully automated platform, backed by round-the-clock support and high-performance virtual and bare metal servers.
What you will be doingKeep an eye on server and network health using tooling such as Grafana and Graylog
Detect, investigate, and mitigate unusual DDoS attack patterns
Study traffic flows and routing behaviour to spot anomalies early
Troubleshoot infrastructure end to end with full access to the management layer
Operate a range of network gear, including Cisco-style CLI Ethernet switches, Mikrotik, and Opengear
Manage Internet number resources (IPv4, IPv6, ASN)
Configure and tune dynamic routing protocols (iBGP and eBGP with the full table, OSPF)
What we are looking forSolid, practical Linux administration skills
A clear understanding of how the Internet is wired together
Comfort using the shell to diagnose networking services
Scripting ability in Python and Bash (additional languages are a welcome bonus)
Genuine curiosity and a drive to keep improving
A collaborative, ownership-driven attitude
What we offerAn open, empowering culture where your voice genuinely counts
Trust and autonomy – we value focus and initiative over micromanagement
Flexible ways of working – contribute fully remotely or from our USA office, whichever suits you
Supportive, expert colleagues who are happy to share their craft
Room to grow – access to leading conferences and training
Extra time off – up to 10 additional vacation days per year
Team perks that keep things fun – shared breakfasts, trips, and events
Competitive hourly rate of $40 – $75 USD per hour, bonuses also available
Meaningful quarterly bonuses tied to revenue targets we consistently hit
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