Network Engineer at Social Discovery Group

Social Discovery Group (SDG) is the 3rd largest social discovery company in the world, uniting 60+ brands with 500 million users. We solve the problems of loneliness, isolation, and disconnection by transforming virtual intimacy into the new normal. Our portfolio includes online communication platforms focusing on AI, game mechanics, and video streaming - Dating.com, DateMyAge, Cupid Media, Dil Mil, Kiseki, and others.

SDG invests in IT startups around the world. Our investments include Open AI, Patreon, Flo, Clubhouse, Woebot, Flure, Astry, Coursera, Academia.edu, and many others.

We bring together a team of like-minded people and IT professionals specializing in the creation and development of globally impactful social discovery products. Our international team of 1200 professionals and digital nomads works all over the world.

Our teams of digital nomads work remotely from Cyprus, Malta, the USA, Armenia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Montenegro, Poland, Latvia, Serbia, Spain, Portugal, UAE, Israel, Turkey, Thailand, Indonesia, Japan, Hong Kong, Australia and many other locations.

In August 2024, we achieved Great Place to Work US Certification™! This achievement reflects our core belief that a truly exceptional workplace is built on trust, pride, and camaraderie—not just great perks.

We are looking for a Network Engineer to join our team.

This role requires a hands-on expert with deep knowledge of enterprise and data center network infrastructure. You will play a key part in maintaining high availability, improving automation, and ensuring operational excellence in a global environment.

Your main tasks will be:

• Implement and support complex network infrastructures (greenfield and brownfield deployments)

• Configure Cisco and other networking devices and services, including monitoring tools (Zabbix, Grafana, PRTG)

• Maintain high network availability (target 99.95%) and resolve incidents in line with SLAs

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform root cause analysis on network-related issues

• Automate routine operations using tools like Python and Ansible

• Collaborate with system administrators, security teams, and vendors to ensure seamless network operations

• Provide on-call support and respond promptly to critical network alerts

We expect from you:

• 5+ years of experience as a network engineer in enterprise or data center environments

• Strong expertise with Cisco hardware (Catalyst, Nexus, Firepower)

• Deep knowledge of protocols: BGP, OSPF, VXLAN EVPN, GRE, L2TP, IPSEC, STP (MSTP/RSTP), LACP, vPC

• Experience in network monitoring and troubleshooting

• Proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar tools for network automation

• Cloud networking experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP); hybrid architectures a plus

• Working knowledge of Linux, Hyper-V, VMware networking

• CCNP, JNCIP or equivalent level of certification or experience

Soft skills required:

• English level B2 or higher

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Adaptability to fast-paced, changing environments

• Emotional resilience and calm under pressure

• Collaborative mindset and openness to continuous learning

What do we offer:

• REMOTE OPPORTUNITY to work full time;
• Vacation 28 calendar days per year;
• 7 wellness days per year (time off) that can be used to deal with household issues, to lie down and recover without taking sick leave;
• Bonuses up to $5000 for recommending successful applicants for positions in the company;
• Full payment for professional training, international conferences and meetings;
• Corporate discount for English lessons;
• ​Health benefits. According to the paychecks, if you are not eligible for corporate medical insurance, the company will compensate you with up to $ 1,000 gross per year per employee. This can be spent on self-purchase of health insurance or on doctor’s fees for yourself and close relatives (spouse, children);
• ​Workplace organization. The company provides all employees with an equipped workplace and all the necessary equipment (table, armchair, wifi, etc.) in our offices or co-working locations. In the other locations, the company provides reimbursement of workplace costs up to $ 1000 gross once every 3 years, according to the paychecks. This money can be spent on the rent of the co-working room, on equipping the working place at home (desk, chair, Internet, etc.) during those 3 years;
• Internal gamified gratitude system: receive bonuses from colleagues and exchange them for time off, merch, team building activities, massage certificates, etc.

Sounds good? Join us now!