Senior Network Engineer

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we’re making it reality. For over two decades, we’ve been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what’s possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled “time-to-power” capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century. We are looking for a Senior Staff Engineer to join our team in one of today’s most exciting technologies. This role will report to our Senior Network Manager and based in San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role 5 days a week . Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and support wired and wireless LAN, SD‑WAN, IPAM, and WAN solutions from major vendors across corporate, manufacturing, and field environments. Operate and maintain network infrastructure from major vendors, ensuring high availability and performance. Implement and support secure network solutions using Palo Alto firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAC, policy management, and network segmentation. Support data center networking and connectivity to cloud and customer environments. Troubleshoot complex network issues, participate in incident response, and support root cause analysis. Contribute to network standards, documentation, configurations, and operational procedures. Collaborate with security, IT, manufacturing, and operations teams to deliver business initiatives. Assist with hardware and software lifecycle management, upgrades, and refresh projects. Maintain accurate records of network assets, configurations, and system downtime Skills and Experience Requirements : Minimum 6-8 years of experience implementing and supporting large enterprise networks. Strong hands-on experience and knowledge of wired and wireless LAN, SD‑WAN, WAN optimization, firewalls, VPNs, and data center networking Experience defining operational standards, documentation, and network processes. Solid knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS), LAN Switching (STP, REP), Security (IPSec, MACSec) Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, IDS/IPS and VPN design, implementation and administration Experience with Zscaler implementations. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and support multiple initiatives. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills. Experience working on OT network environment is a plus. Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result. At Bloom Energy, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with a large employer contribution, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, generous Mental Health Support services, Legal services, virtual Physical Therapy access, and Fertility & Family Forming benefits. Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. FULL TIME ROLE ONLY: The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience. #LI-JM Salary Ranges: $134,500.00 - $193,500.00