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The Core Network Services Operations team keeps Apple's world-class MPLS backbone network running smoothly and efficiently. We are a global community of engineers who operate the diverse technology, protocol, and vendor stack that interconnects all facets of Apple's network at a scale that is second to none. We're seeking an enthusiastic and passionate person to join a dynamic and exciting team within Apple's Global Networking Services. You will be skilled in cross-organizational collaboration, liaising with our internal teams and external service providers to operate and maintain the network infrastructure. In addition, you will be expected to develop and maintain clear documentation and procedures associated with operations and known issues. This position provides the opportunity to operate a cutting-edge, worldwide, multi-vendor network.

Description

In this fast paced role, you will provide front line support for Apple's MPLS backbone network; its extensive DC, Edge, and Internet connectivity; and its underlying metro and long-haul optical transport networks to address a wide variety of business challenges. You will be comfortable in a dynamic environment with the ability to multi-task and provide operational support to various operational teams and implementation groups within Apple to resolve critical network related issues.

This position requires a collaborative teammate with excellent written and verbal communication skills who will enjoy working with others around the globe to maintain the networking infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include working on tickets and break fixes, taking escalations from and mentoring junior team members, developing network automation playbooks, maintaining and upgrading existing networks to current standards, coordinating peering expansions, and contributing to technical and procedural documentation.

In this role you will obsess over minute details and drive operational excellence in every aspect of your work to deliver the best possible customer experience. In addition to the required technical networking skills, this position will also draw on strong interpersonal skills and an individual who enjoys the dynamic nature of Apple's environment. If you enjoy close collaboration, open and active discussion, and following through on the details, we think you'll love being part of our team!","responsibilities":"Provide front-line support for Apple's MPLS backbone network, DC, Edge, and Internet connectivity, as well as metro and long-haul optical transport networks to resolve critical network-related issues.

Work on tickets and break fixes, take escalations, mentor junior team members, and develop network automation playbooks to enhance operational efficiency.

Maintain and upgrade existing networks to current standards, coordinate peering expansions, and contribute to technical and procedural documentation.

Collaborate with global teams to maintain networking infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence and delivering the best possible customer experience.

Utilize strong interpersonal skills to engage in open and active discussions, and follow through on details to support various operational teams and implementation groups within Apple.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Cisco CCNA, Juniper JNCIA/JNCIP, or equivalent experience

Flexibility to work early morning or late night shift patterns required

Hands-on experience with Cisco, Arista, Juniper, and/or Nokia carrier-grade routers and their respective network operating systems is preferred

Understanding of peering and/or transit networks is a bonus

Experience with configuration management and automation technologies such as Ansible, Python, Go, etc is advantageous.

Minimum Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years of network operations experience in a large scale enterprise or service provider environment

Experience evaluating and managing outages to business critical infrastructure

Ability to maintain composure and customer-service focus in stressful and ambiguous situations

Self-starter, self-motivated, self-directed, self-sufficient

Working knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP and various IGP protocols

Proficiency in macOS, Linux, and/or other variations of UNIX operating systems

Experience working in large scale network environments with ITIL Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $144,600 and $263,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Industry: Technology: Manufacturing

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