sdn jobs in San Diego

Configuration Management Specialists will manage hardware inventory, documentation, product releases, and software configuration for Navy tactical network systems (ADNS, CANES, ISNS, etc.) throughout their lifecycle. The role involves working with Configuration Control Boards to define release procedures, process change requests (ECRs, EPRs, SRFs), maintain approved baselines per ANSI/EIA-649 standards, and administer CMPRO PLM tools.…See more Responsibilities include configuration status accounting, supporting audits (FCA, PCA), and ensuring only approved changes are reflected in baseline documentation. Candidates need DoD configuration management experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with Navy C4I systems.

Senior Control Plane Software Engineer responsible for designing and developing distributed services for Software Defined Networking (SDN), ground segment, and satellite operations. The role combines control plane architecture expertise with cloud-native development (microservices, Kubernetes, Docker) and embedded systems integration across AWS, GCP, and on-premises platforms.…See more Requires 10+ years of software development experience with deep knowledge of SDN, routing/switching protocols, APIs, and distributed systems, plus ability to collaborate across data plane, platform, and embedded teams to ensure reliability and scalability of network software.

A senior network engineer role focused on designing, developing, and maintaining complex network systems for Navy missions. The role requires 10+ years of hands-on experience with routing, switching, firewalls, and protocols (OSPF, BGP, MPLS), plus expertise in NIPR/SIPR networks, WLAN, and quality-of-service tuning.…See more Responsibilities include translating business requirements into network architectures, leading technical solutions, performance optimization, and direct stakeholder engagement on mission-critical infrastructure.

Network Engineer to design and develop Navy network topologies, templates, and IP plans, with hands-on experience in SDN/SD-WAN configuration, L2/L3 switching, routing, and security appliances. The role requires six+ years supporting DoD/federal IT systems engineering, CCNP certification, and active Secret clearance.…See more Candidates should demonstrate expertise in network documentation, troubleshooting, and stakeholder engagement across Navy programs.

Network Engineer role supporting Department of Warfare enterprise and tactical network infrastructure. Responsibilities include designing, deploying, integrating, and troubleshooting complex network systems; configuring enterprise routing, switching, security, and SDN technologies; and developing network automation using Ansible.…See more Requires 3+ years implementing enterprise/tactical networks, hands-on experience with routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), firewalls, VMware NSX, and network automation; Secret clearance required.

Design, integrate, troubleshoot, and modernize enterprise network infrastructures supporting Department of Warfare missions. Configure and optimize routing, switching, VLANs, firewalls, and SDN technologies; develop network automation using Ansible; and perform integration, testing, and validation in cross-functional engineering teams.…See more Requires 3+ years of enterprise or tactical network infrastructure experience, hands-on expertise with Cisco/Aruba/Juniper platforms, network security technologies, and VMware NSX.

This role supports the design and engineering of U.S. Navy networks, including developing network topologies, IP plans, and SD-WAN solutions.…See more The Network Engineer will configure L2/L3 switches, routers, and security appliances, create test plans and technical documentation, and troubleshoot network outages. The position requires 6+ years of DoD/government IT systems engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science, CCNP certification, and an active DoD Secret clearance. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with SDN/SD-WAN platforms (VMware NSX-T, Cisco, Juniper), network automation (Python, Ansible, NETCONF), and RF communications technologies.

Design and engineer Navy networks by developing network topologies, templates, and IP plans from system requirements. Configure and document software-defined WAN solutions using technologies like SDN/SD-WAN (VMware NSX-T, Cisco, Juniper).…See more Troubleshoot network outages, manage L2/L3 switching and routing, and create comprehensive technical documentation. The role requires a CCNP certification, six years of DoD/federal IT systems engineering experience, and an active Secret clearance.

Lead Senior Software Development Engineer for AWS EC2 VPC's packet pipeline, responsible for designing and optimizing ultra-high-performance kernel and embedded C systems processing millions of packets per second. You will mentor junior engineers, lead architecture decisions, conduct design and code reviews, and collaborate across teams to deliver SDN features for EC2 VPC instances.…See more The role requires deep expertise in C/C++, systems-level programming, low-level hardware optimization (including assembly and vectorization), and Linux kernel or embedded development. You must balance hands-on implementation with technical leadership, ensuring best practices and managing day-to-day development activities for a small team.

Lead senior systems engineer on the EC2 NX Platforms team, owning the packet processing pipeline that runs beneath every EC2 instance across 9M+ hosts globally. Design and implement ultra-high-performance networking software handling encryption, firewalls, routing, billing, and monitoring — targeting millions of packets per second on a single CPU core through highly optimized C/C++ code and low-level hardware tuning.…See more Mentor junior engineers, lead architecture decisions, conduct design and code reviews, and communicate technical designs with users and senior management. Ship production code with immediate, measurable impact across the entire EC2 fleet powering AWS Lambda and all external workloads.

Lead Network Engineer responsible for directing network integration, system testing, troubleshooting, and documentation across cross-functional teams at a U.S. Navy enterprise scale.…See more Mentor junior network engineers, provide technical guidance on complex issues, and serve as primary technical advisor to government clients on system architecture and solution design. Must have 10+ years configuring and troubleshooting Cisco enterprise infrastructure, including Catalyst Center/SDA, SD-WAN, ISE, routing protocols (OSPF, IS-IS, BGP), and enterprise security technologies. Will drive Software-Defined Access, SDN, Zero Trust, and automation initiatives while holding Secret clearance.

Senior Network Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex network systems for Navy missions. Translate business requirements into technical network solutions, lead architecture and engineering efforts, and provide hands-on support for critical military infrastructure.…See more Required to manage network performance, quality of service, and ensure production-ready configurations across global networks. Bring 10+ years of network engineering experience with expertise in routing protocols, firewalls, cloud integration, and cybersecurity.

Senior Network Engineer supporting the US Navy to design, architect, and maintain production-ready network configurations for the Global Network. Responsible for translating business requirements into technical solutions, establishing KPI measurement methodology, performance tuning, and troubleshooting network infrastructure.…See more Requires hands-on expertise in Cisco routing and switching, advanced routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, DMVPN, MPLS/VPLS), QoS implementation, and packet analysis tools. Will report directly to government stakeholders, present at technical meetings, and support lab operations as a CMS Level 2 user.

Lead senior systems engineer on the EC2 NX Platforms team to design and optimize the packet processing pipeline powering EC2 instances across AWS's global fleet. Drive ultra-high-performance networking software handling millions of packets per second through expert C/C++ development, low-level hardware tuning, and data structure optimization.…See more Own architecture decisions, mentor junior engineers, and ship production code across EC2 and Lambda with full ownership from design through operation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Software Defined Networking (SDN) capabilities that enhance security, availability, and reliability.

Design and implement ultra-high-performance packet processing software for AWS EC2's virtualized networking stack, handling encryption, firewalls, routing, and monitoring across 9M+ hosts. Own end-to-end development of features running on the EC2 Nitro System, from design through production deployment, optimizing for millions of packets per second on single CPU cores.…See more Build secure, scalable monitoring and diagnostics services, and design hardware/software validation platforms enabling efficient CI/CD. Mentor junior engineers on systems architecture and maintainable code while collaborating cross-functionally to define requirements and improve development processes.

Senior software development engineer leading a small team on AWS EC2 VPC's packet pipeline, which processes millions of packets per second across a global fleet. The role requires deep expertise in C/C++ systems programming, kernel/embedded development, and ultra-high-performance optimization including hand assembly and vectorization.…See more Responsibilities include architecture decisions, mentoring junior engineers, design/code reviews, and communicating technical strategy with cross-functional teams and leadership.

Senior Network Engineer to design, configure, and operate network infrastructure including switches, routers, and firewalls in support of the Joint Fires Network (JFN) program. Responsibilities include implementing SD-WAN solutions across sites and cloud environments, troubleshooting complex routing and switching issues, creating network security measures, and managing junior network engineers.…See more Required: 10+ years networking experience (or equivalent with lower degree), 4 years CANES firewall/network engineering, CCNA certification, proficiency in Python and Ansible, and deep knowledge of Cisco QoS, dynamic routing protocols (EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, HSRP, NHRP, GRE, DMVPN), and SDN/SD-WAN technologies.