Job Description

Why Join 

We’re not just building networks - we’re building a community. Proudly recognized as one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces and an Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company, as well as one of San Diego Business Journal’s Best Places to Work, we’re committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We believe work should be meaningful, challenging, and fun. Our team is a tight-knit group of passionate professionals who support each other, celebrate wins, and push boundaries together. We hire smart people and trust them to make decisions - giving everyone real ownership in the outcome.

What Sets Us Apart

• Award-Winning Culture: Consistently recognized for excellence, we take pride in being a best place to work where people genuinely enjoy what they do.

• Fast-Paced Growth: As an Inc. 5000 honoree, we’re driven by innovation and curiosity, constantly evolving to stay ahead of the curve.

• Core Values in Action: Loyalty, work/life balance, kaizen (continuous improvement), integrity, exceptional customer service, and giving back are more than words - they guide how we show up every day.

• Community and Connection: From in-person happy hours and team builds to quarterly business reviews and industry events, we build strong bonds and shared success.

• Recognition and Rewards: Our top performers earn a coveted spot on our annual incentive trip - an all-paid adventure designed to reward impact, inspire growth, and create lasting memories.

Your Opportunity

You're not just an employee – you're an essential part of our growth story. Join our team of driven professionals who embrace challenges, value camaraderie, and thrive on making a difference. If you're ready to work in an exciting atmosphere that blends passion, innovation, and purpose, we invite you to apply and embark on a rewarding journey with us.

Take the next step towards an inspiring career. 

Location

Must be based in San Diego or Orange County, CA. Can be called into our San Diego office at managers discretion. This is a hybrid position, requiring you to work onsite at customer locations in Southern California area at least 1-2 days per week.

What You'll Do

As our Network Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and optimizing network infrastructure for our clients. You’ll also support our sales team by contributing technical expertise to proposals and presentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy secure, scalable network solutions (LAN/WAN, wireless, VPN, firewalls)

• Collaborate with clients to assess needs and deliver tailored solutions

• Provide technical leadership during pre-sales engagements

• Troubleshoot complex network issues and ensure optimal performance

• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and best practices

• Acting as a technical mentor to junior engineers

• Utilize AI-powered knowledge bases and partner platforms to perform rapid competitive analysis and stay current on product roadmaps and feature releases.

What You Bring

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

• Proficiency turning the output from generative AI tools (e.g., Copilot), into relevant client-facing presentations to streamline the communication of complex architectural concepts.

• Certifications: CCNP, JNCIP, CMSS, PCNSE, ANCP, or equivalent

• Expertise in routing protocols, scripting (Python), and network monitoring

• Familiarity with a variety of network technologies, such as Cisco, Juniper, Meraki, Palo Alto Networks, and HPE/Aruba technologies

• Strong communication and client-facing skills

• Demonstrated ability to use Generative AI to accelerate the drafting of Statements of Work (SOWs), technical proposals, and solution comparison documents.

What Success Looks Like: Your First 3 Months

• First 30 Days: Take ownership of the existing customer Network Architecture backlog and present an optimized 90-day execution plan to leadership. Conduct a comprehensive audit for a customer's core network and publish findings with a clear, prioritized list of high-impact, short-term improvements.

• First 60 Days: Complete technical design sessions with PMs and AMs. Successfully translate complex network proposals into customer-ready language that demonstrably equips Account Managers. Design and implement a solution for one project, using techniques that reduce manual configuration time.

• First 90 Days: Receive direct, unsolicited invitations to customer scoping meetings and be allocated to new projects.

What Sets Us Apart

• Award-Winning Culture: Recognized by San Diego Business Journal and Inc. Magazine

• Core Values: Loyalty, life balance, kaizen, integrity, customer service, and community impact

• Hybrid Flexibility: Work onsite 1–2 days/week in Southern California

• Growth-Focused: Be part of a fast-paced, evolving company with room to grow

Compensation

• Compensation Range: $185,000 – $205,000
• The above represents the expected compensation range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining pay, we’ll consider location, experience, and other job-related factors.

Our compensation structure is designed to recognize performance, drive growth, and align personal success with company success. When you contribute to the company’s success, you share in that success - creating a culture that rewards innovation, accountability, and excellence through performance-based compensation.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits

We make sure you have the support and resources to leverage and develop your skills, secure your financial future, and take care of your health and well-being. We continually seeks to provide a workplace where everyone can be their authentic self. Through our competitive benefits offerings and various training and development opportunities, we have you covered with our Benefits Program which includes:

• Unlimited Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Family Leave Benefits

• 401k with Profit Sharing

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Pet Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 100% Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

• Professional development in AI and emerging technolo