Senior Staff Engineer, Product Software

Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet. A place where tech thinkers and future builders turn bold ideas into breakthrough experiences, we welcome your unique perspective.Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers—because progress starts with fresh ideas. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.Job SummaryWe’re the Software Network Engineering team — Equinix’s orchestration and telemetry platform for network resources on select projects.Our mission? To empower customers to run enterprise operations on their preferred hardware while managing devices with ease — enabling streamlined deployments in weeks (not months), seamless Fabric and Internet access, and API-driven network management for a more efficient, scalable future.We deliver orchestration and telemetry through well-defined APIs, ensuring reliability, scalability, and interoperability — all in service of Equinix Digital Services’ goals.What We ValueAsynchronous teamwork – work effectively across time zonesHonest communication & feedback – say what matters, listen activelyRetrospective mindset – learn, adapt, and improve continuouslyOpenness to perspectives – we thrive on diverse opinions and ideasOur work sits at the intersection of software development and network infrastructure. We deploy infrastructure as code, orchestrate network devices in production, and follow DevOps best practices to deliver large-scale, high-impact solutions.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and enhance software networking featuresCollaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new capabilities for our customersProvide technical leadership and mentor less experienced engineersBuild distributed, scalable, and highly available services with simple APIsDrive simplicity, reliability, and maintainability in production systemsSet and champion development and operational best practicesContribute directly to code while influencing long-term technical directionContinuously improve our software development lifecycle, tools, and processesCommunicate and document clearly in a remote-first environmentParticipate in on-call rotations for our servicesQualificationsWe’re looking for someone who has:Strong software-defined networking experienceExpertise in building resilient, automated, production-ready network softwareExperience with technologies like VRF, VxLAN, VRRP, BGP, EVPN, gNMIProficiency in designing distributed services with APIs (gRPC/HTTP)Hands-on experience with Go or other modern programming languagesCI/CD expertise and a passion for test automation and fast feedback loopsKnowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized environmentsStrong analytical skills and ability to solve complex problemsProven ability to evaluate and adjust priorities in a dynamic environmentComfortable working in a team with shared codebasesFamiliarity with Agile practices and tools (Scrum, Jira, Git, peer review, CI/CD pipelines)Why Join Us?Work on cutting-edge network orchestration in a team that blends software and infrastructure expertiseMake an impact at global scale — your code will power critical infrastructure for enterprise customers worldwideCollaborate with talented engineers who value autonomy, ownership, and continuous learningEnjoy the flexibility of a remote-first environment with async-friendly workflowsBe part of a culture where your voice matters — from design discussions to retrospectivesThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are: United States - CA Non-Bay Area, AK, CT, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, VA, WA : 130,000 - 194,000 USD / Annual United States - Other posted locations not specifically listed : 118,000 - 176,000 USD / Annual Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training. The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.Equinix BenefitsAs an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
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