Job Description
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 Summary
We’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 Value
Asynchronous teamwork – work effectively across time zones
Honest communication & feedback – say what matters, listen actively
Retrospective mindset – learn, adapt, and improve continuously
Openness to perspectives – we thrive on diverse opinions and ideas
Our 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.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and enhance software networking features
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new capabilities for our customers
Provide technical leadership and mentor less experienced engineers
Build distributed, scalable, and highly available services with simple APIs
Drive simplicity, reliability, and maintainability in production systems
Set and champion development and operational best practices
Contribute directly to code while influencing long-term technical direction
Continuously improve our software development lifecycle, tools, and processes
Communicate and document clearly in a remote-first environment
Participate in on-call rotations for our services
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who has:
Strong software-defined networking experience
Expertise in building resilient, automated, production-ready network software
Experience with technologies like VRF, VxLAN, VRRP, BGP, EVPN, gNMI
Proficiency in designing distributed services with APIs (gRPC/HTTP)
Hands-on experience with Go or other modern programming languages
CI/CD expertise and a passion for test automation and fast feedback loops
Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized environments
Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex problems
Proven ability to evaluate and adjust priorities in a dynamic environment
Comfortable working in a team with shared codebases
Familiarity 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 expertise
Make an impact at global scale — your code will power critical infrastructure for enterprise customers worldwide
Collaborate with talented engineers who value autonomy, ownership, and continuous learning
Enjoy the flexibility of a remote-first environment with async-friendly workflows
Be part of a culture where your voice matters — from design discussions to retrospectives
The 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 Benefits
As 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.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
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 Summary
We’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 Value
Asynchronous teamwork – work effectively across time zones
Honest communication & feedback – say what matters, listen actively
Retrospective mindset – learn, adapt, and improve continuously
Openness to perspectives – we thrive on diverse opinions and ideas
Our 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.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and enhance software networking features
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new capabilities for our customers
Provide technical leadership and mentor less experienced engineers
Build distributed, scalable, and highly available services with simple APIs
Drive simplicity, reliability, and maintainability in production systems
Set and champion development and operational best practices
Contribute directly to code while influencing long-term technical direction
Continuously improve our software development lifecycle, tools, and processes
Communicate and document clearly in a remote-first environment
Participate in on-call rotations for our services
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who has:
Strong software-defined networking experience
Expertise in building resilient, automated, production-ready network software
Experience with technologies like VRF, VxLAN, VRRP, BGP, EVPN, gNMI
Proficiency in designing distributed services with APIs (gRPC/HTTP)
Hands-on experience with Go or other modern programming languages
CI/CD expertise and a passion for test automation and fast feedback loops
Knowledge of Kubernetes, Docker, and containerized environments
Strong analytical skills and ability to solve complex problems
Proven ability to evaluate and adjust priorities in a dynamic environment
Comfortable working in a team with shared codebases
Familiarity 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 expertise
Make an impact at global scale — your code will power critical infrastructure for enterprise customers worldwide
Collaborate with talented engineers who value autonomy, ownership, and continuous learning
Enjoy the flexibility of a remote-first environment with async-friendly workflows
Be part of a culture where your voice matters — from design discussions to retrospectives
The 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 Benefits
As 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.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, ****** orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Staff Engineer, Product Software- job post position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
