Lead Platform Engineer; Network Infrastructure

Position: Lead Platform Engineer (Network Infrastructure)

Lead Platform Engineer (Network Infrastructure) at Capital One summary:

The Lead Platform Engineer (Network Infrastructure) at Capital One is responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and securing network infrastructure to support seamless communication across the organization. The role includes network design, equipment installation, performance monitoring, security management, and leveraging automation for network optimization. Candidates should have extensive experience with Cisco hardware, cloud networking (AWS), scripting, and team leadership.

Lead Platform Engineer (Network Infrastructure)

Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking Platform Engineers who are passionate about creating and supporting Network Infrastructure with emerging technologies to join our team.

As a Platform Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.

General Responsibilities:
Network engineer responsible for designing, implementing, managing and troubleshooting computer networks to ensure efficient and secure communication within the Capital One network. Role would include, but not limited to:

• Network Design & Architecture - Planning and developing network infrastructure based on business needs. Creating Bill of Materials and getting quotes from vendors. Ordering and installing network circuits.
• Installation & Configuration - Setting up routers, SD-WAN routers, switches, Out of Band management and other network equipment.
• Maintenance & Optimization - Monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing network efficiency.
• Security Management - Implementing security measures to protect against threats.
• Support & Troubleshooting - Diagnosing and resolving connectivity and performance issues.
• Upgrades & Scalability - Keeping networks updated with the latest technology and ensuring they can scale as the organization grows.
• Work with various networking technologies including LANs, WANs, SDWANs, VPNs, cloud networking and wireless networks, ensuring seamless communication and data transfer. Automation and scripting is highly desired to have.
• Brands of hardware
  - Cisco, Versa SDWAN, Lantronix.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification
• At least 6 years of experience using build and deployment tools (Jenkins, Git Hub, or Artifactory)
• At least 4 years of experience with AWS
• At least 2 years of team leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience with Cisco network hardware and software
• 2+ years of experience in Python or ansible scripting

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Cambridge,

MA: $158,400 - $180,800 for Lead Platform Engineer

Chicago, IL: $144,000 - $164,400 for Lead Platform Engineer

McLean, VA: $158,400 - $180,800 for Lead Platform Engineer

New York, NY: $172,800 - $197,200 for Lead Platform Engineer

Plano, TX: $144,000 - $164,400 for Lead Platform Engineer

Richmond, VA: $144,000 - $164,400 for Lead Platform Engineer

San Francisco, CA: $172,800 - $197,200 for Lead Platform Engineer

San Jose, CA: $172,800 - $197,200 for Lead Platform Engineer

Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the…