Nexthop AI

Associate Customer Engineer – Network

Bellevue, Washington · Exec · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 44 days ago

PythonBashCode ReviewLinuxCybersecurityNetwork SecurityTCP/IPCiscoBGP/OSPFNetwork EngineeringCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

We're looking for a driven, bilingual (Mandarin/English) new grad or recent graduate to join our Customer Engineering team in Bellevue, WA.
In this role, you'll work at the intersection of cutting-edge networking technology.

Design, implement, and optimize scalable network architectures in lab and production settings
Develop automation scripts for configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics (Python, Bash)

Knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, switching technologies, and network security concepts
Bilingual Technical Proficiency: Full professional fluency in both Mandarin and English (written and verbal).
Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python, Bash)
candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to the greater Seattle/Bellevue area

Experience with Linux system administration
Familiarity with SDN platforms, network automation tools, or simulation software
Exposure to multi-vendor networking environments (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience designing and operating real-world hyperscale networking infrastructure
Mentorship from some of the most experienced engineers in the AI networking space
Real ownership and impact from day one - this is a startup, not a rotation program

If that excites you, learn more at nexthop.ai. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Configure and troubleshoot routing, switching, and data center technologies

Support customers through proof-of-concept, early trials, and production/escalation support

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