Lead Network Engineer

Insight Global is hiring a Lead Network Engineer for a fast-growing AI infrastructure company building next-generation datacenter fabrics. This role will lead the Network Deployment & Integration pillar, combining hands-on technical execution with operational leadership. You’ll be responsible for building the first AI datacenter networks and creating a scalable deployment playbook for multi-region Gigawatt-level builds. Key Responsibilities: Deployment Execution: Configure and validate datacenter networks (front-end/back-end fabrics, BMS, management networks). Manage fiber/cabling remediation, hardware RMAs, and ensure production-ready handovers. Playbook Development: Create repeatable deployment processes, checklists, validation gates, and operations manuals for large-scale builds. Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with DC Operations, ICT, Hardware, and Network Engineering teams to keep deployments on schedule. Field Leadership: Lead deployment teams onsite, provide technical guidance, and maintain quality standards. Handover Excellence: Define and enforce exit criteria for production handovers, including physical validation, logical configuration, observability, and documentation. Required Skills and Experience: Experience: 8+ years in network engineering with significant datacenter deployment experience. Technical Skills: EVPN/VXLAN, BGP, CLOS topologies, high-radix switching; ideally experience with AI/ML fabrics (RoCEv2, PFC, ECN). Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and mentor engineers while staying hands-on. Operational Mindset: Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous environments; strong problem-solving and escalation skills. Travel: Willingness to travel 50% for onsite deployments. Preferred Skills: Familiarity with Arista, Juniper, NVIDIA platforms. Exposure to automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) and DCIM systems (NetBox). Startup experience and ability to thrive in high-growth environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr