Senior Network Engineer

Description & Requirements

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

The Network Engineer will be part of the Network Engineering, Design and Operations team, and will partner with Network Engineers, Architects, Project Managers and local Site IT Engineers to implement network changes and to support the local network infrastructure at two EA locations in Los Angeles. Additionally, the Network Engineer will perform network changes and provide support to the global EA network as needed.

Infrequent travel might be required for project work.

• Very strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking and communication protocols
• Very strong experience with routing and switching - BGP, OSPF, STP, HSRP, etc
• A lot of experience with physical network equipment installation and troubleshooting
• Knowledgeable about selecting matching transceivers and fiber patch cables to connect network equipment
• In-depth knowledge of WiFi equipment, specifically Cisco WLCs and access points, site surveys using Ekahau Site Survey Pro and experience deploying and managing a campus WLAN infrastructure
• Experience with network monitoring and scanning tools (Sev One, Grafana, tcpdump)
• Working knowledge of scripting and automation (Python, shell scripting, Ansible)
• Experience with firewalls and VPN equipment (Palo Alto, Cisco ASA)
• Familiarity with Cisco ISE Infrastructure and support of RADIUS and TACACS authentication services
• Experience with the Service Now platform and working in a change-control environment
• At least 5 years of network engineering experience deploying and managing large scale campus networks

• Strong background on firewalls and other security equipment
• Strong experience with scripting languages and automation
• Very knowledgeable about Grafana dashboards, monitoring and support
• CCNP/JCNP

We take a holistic approach with our benefits program, focusing on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life with paid time off and new parent leave, plus free games and so much more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

Electronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law.

EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The ranges listed below are what EA in good faith expects to pay applicants for this role in these locations at the time of this posting. If you reside in a different location, a recruiter will advise on the applicable range and benefits. Pay offered will be determined based on a number of relevant business and candidate factors (e.g. education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, or business needs).

PAY RANGES

Pay is just one part of the overall compensation at EA.

For British Columbia, we offer a package of benefits including vacation (3 weeks per year to start), 10 days per year of sick time, paid top-up to EI/QPIP benefits up to 100% of base salary when you welcome a new child (12 weeks for maternity, and 4 weeks for parental/adoption leave), extended health/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan to regular full-time employees.

Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.