At RapidScale, exceptional technology is powered by exceptional people. We deliver secure, reliable managed and advisory services across private, public, and hybrid clouds, helping organizations innovate, adapt, and grow. As an Elite Broadcom VMware VCSP Partner and top partner with AWS, Azure, and Google, our solutions focus on business outcomes with embedded cyber resiliency and AI to protect today and enable tomorrow backed by the strength of the Cox family of companies.
RapidScale is seeking a Network Cloud Engineer who will be a key member of the Architecture organization, responsible for the design, stability, and evolution of our multi-tenant cloud network infrastructure. This role focuses on building, scaling, and optimizing LAN and WAN environments across RapidScale data centers and customer platforms.
This position is open across Level II, Senior, and Lead levels, with leveling determined based on experience, technical depth, and ability to design and operate complex network environments.
You will partner closely with Architecture, Operations, and Security teams to ensure our cloud network is secure, resilient, and high performing, while supporting both internal platforms and customer environments.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, implement, and optimize network infrastructure across RapidScale’s cloud platforms and data centers
Maintain and enhance LAN and WAN environments to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability
Configure and manage core network components including firewalls, routers, switches, and load balancers
Execute network changes to improve security posture, connectivity, and overall platform performance
Support multi-tenant cloud environments, ensuring consistency and standardization across customer deployments
Monitor network performance, capacity, and utilization, proactively identifying and resolving issues
Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex network incidents across internal and customer environments
Partner with cross-functional teams including Architecture, Security, and Operations to deliver network solutions
Coordinate with carriers for circuit provisioning, maintenance, and issue resolution
Drive initiatives that reduce defects, improve uptime, and enhance overall platform stability
Develop and maintain clear, accurate network documentation and standards
Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers (Senior/Lead levels)
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Requirements (Level-Based)
Level II Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 2+ years of experience in a related field
OR a master’s degree with up to 2 years of experience
OR 6+ years of relevant professional experience
Foundational experience supporting enterprise network environments
Senior Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 4+ years of experience
OR a master’s degree with 2+ years of experience
OR 8+ years of relevant professional experience
Strong experience designing and supporting network infrastructure across enterprise or data center environments
Lead Engineer
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and 6+ years of experience
OR a master’s degree with 4+ years of experience
OR 10+ years of relevant professional experience
Proven ability to design, scale, and lead network initiatives across complex, multi-site or cloud environments
Core Experience (All Levels)
Strong expertise in designing, implementing, and supporting network infrastructure across enterprise environments
Hands-on experience with firewalls, routers, switches, and load balancers
Experience with network technologies from vendors such as Arista, Cisco, and Fortinet
Deep knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and HSRP
Experience supporting multi-site or data center network environments
Familiarity with VPN technologies and secure connectivity design
Experience with network monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning
Strong troubleshooting skills across complex network environments
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with VMware technologies including vSphere, NSX, and VMware Cloud Director
Exposure to optical transport networks
Experience supporting multi-tenant or managed cloud environments
Familiarity with RapidScale platforms and network architecture
Compensation:
Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $101,500.00 - $169,100.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.
Benefits:
The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
Application Deadline: 07/02/2026
EOE, including disability/vets
