Senior Network Automation Engineer

Datadog

As a Network Engineer II on the Office Technology team, you will implement and support office network solutions across Datadog’s global offices. You will own well-scoped deployment and upgrade work, troubleshoot connectivity issues across LAN, WAN, and Wi-Fi, and partner with senior engineers on larger designs and cross-office initiatives. You will collaborate closely with vendors, Facilities, AV, IT Support, Security, and Infrastructure teams to keep Datadog offices connected, reliable, and observable. This is an IC2 role with a mix of project work and day-to-day operations. You will take ownership of clearly defined areas of the office network stack, execute production changes with care, and grow your ability to design, automate, and improve office network services with support from senior engineers. You will also use AI-assisted tools responsibly to improve troubleshooting, documentation, automation, knowledge discovery, and operational follow-through. At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships that it builds, the creativity it brings to the table, and the collaboration of being together. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our employees can create a work-life harmony that best fits them. What You’ll Do:  * Deploy and configure network solutions for new and existing offices, including switches, wireless access points, routers, and firewalls * Own scoped portions of office rollouts and upgrade projects, from planning through execution and validation * Partner with ISPs, cabling providers, hardware vendors, and internal teams to turn up new services and resolve issues * Troubleshoot LAN, WAN, and Wi-Fi issues using structured debugging methods, packet capture, logs, and performance data * Manage routing, VLAN, firewall, and wireless configurations following team standards and change-management processes * Contribute to repeatable deployment patterns through templates, documentation, scripting, or infrastructure-as-code * Monitor office network health using Datadog dashboards and other tooling, and participate in incident response and post-incident reviews * Maintain clear documentation for designs, runbooks, deployment procedures, and operational workflows * Collaborate with and provide network guidance to Office Technology Administrators, IT Support, Facilities, AV, Security, and Infrastructure partners * Help maintain office network standards, hardware lifecycle plans, and operational consistency across global sites * Apply AI-assisted tools thoughtfully to reduce operational toil, improve runbooks, summarize incidents or investigations, and make network operations more repeatable and observable. Who You Are:  * Grounded in networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DHCP/DNS, and wireless concepts * Experienced working hands-on with enterprise network equipment such as switches, access points, routers, and firewalls * Comfortable executing production changes, validating outcomes, and escalating when risk or ambiguity increases * Able to troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues using logs, packet captures, monitoring data, and clear hypotheses * Pragmatic, detail-oriented, and interested in improving runbooks, documentation, and operational processes * A clear communicator who can work effectively with technical and non-technical partners across offices and time zones * Excited to grow your depth in network engineering, observability, automation, and secure office connectivity * AI-fluent in your day-to-day work: you use AI-assisted tools to learn, troubleshoot, document, and automate, while validating outputs and protecting sensitive information.   Bonus Points: * Experience with Meraki, Aruba, Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or similar enterprise networking platforms * Familiarity with Datadog or other monitoring and observability tools * Scripting or automation experience, for example Python, Ansible, Terraform, or vendor APIs * Experience supporting multiple office sites, hybrid office environments, office buildouts, or office relocations * Familiarity with secure network practices such as segmentation, VPNs, NAC, firewall policy, or zero trust networking Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.    Benefits and Growth: * New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) * Continuous professional development, product training, and career pathing * Intradepartmental mentor and buddy program for in-house networking * An inclusive company culture, ability to join our Community Guilds (Datadog employee resource groups) * Access to Inclusion Talks, our Internal panel discussions * Free, global mental health benefits for employees and dependents age 6+ * Competitive global benefits Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Datadog:  Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Datadog Learning Center. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity at Datadog: Datadog is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Here are our Candidate Legal Notices for your reference.  Datadog endeavors to make our Careers Page accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please complete this form. This form is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.  Privacy and AI Guidelines: Any information you submit to Datadog as part of your application will be processed in accordance with Datadog’s Applicant and Candidate Privacy Notice. For information on our AI policy, please visit Interviewing at Datadog AI Guidelines.

Valtech

SENIOR DATA ARCHITECT — SNOWFLAKE & AI (ALL GENDERS) Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognized brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. * Lead high-impact data architecture mandates for some of the world's most recognised brands and major enterprise accounts — including luxury, retail, and global B2B leaders. * Work at the forefront of AI-augmented data engineering, leveraging the latest Snowflake Cortex capabilities. * Collaborate with a senior network of data, AI, and strategy experts across Valtech's global practices. * Shape how our clients' data teams operate — not just deliver a project but build lasting capability. * Develop your consulting and technical expertise with full support from Valtech's Academy and community of practice. THE OPPORTUNITY At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries.  We are proud of:  * The work we do and the innovation we drive * Our values of share, care and dare * A workplace culture that fosters creativity, diversity and autonomy * Our borderless, global framework, which enables seamless collaboration THE ROLE   As a Senior Data Architect — Snowflake & AI (all genders), you are passionate about experience innovation and eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible. You bring +10 years of experience, a growth mindset and a drive to make a lasting impact. As part of our Data & AI practice, you will work with major enterprise clients and global strategic accounts to help them transform and future-proof their data platforms — bringing both deep Snowflake mastery and strategic consulting expertise. You will act as lead architect and trusted advisor, guiding clients from data strategy through hands-on implementation, while championing AI-augmented engineering practices through Snowflake Cortex. You will thrive in this role if you are:  * A curious problem solver who challenges the status quo  * A collaborator who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing  * Excited by the intersection of technology, creativity and data  * Experienced in Agile methodologies and consulting (a plus)  ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES Consulting & Advisory * Lead data architecture engagements as the primary client-facing consultant, owning the relationship with technical and business stakeholders. * Define and communicate data strategies aligned with client business objectives — from initial framing to executive presentation. * Facilitate workshops, conduct discovery sessions, and co-create transformation roadmaps with client teams. * Build and deliver structured consulting deliverables: architecture blueprints, AI-readiness assessments, governance playbooks, prompt libraries. * Coach and upskill client data engineers on modern data practices, AI tooling, and Snowflake Cortex capabilities. * Serve as the escalation point for complex architectural decisions, ensuring alignment across business, IT, and data teams. Technical Architecture & Engineering * Design and implement enterprise-grade Snowflake data architectures (data warehouse, data lakehouse, data mesh patterns). * Lead the adoption of Snowflake Cortex for AI-native use cases: LLM-powered pipelines, intelligent data agents, and automated data workflows. * Define data modeling standards (dimensional modeling, data vault, star schema) and govern their application across teams. * Architect and oversee scalable ELT pipelines using dbt, Fivetran, and custom connectors. * Drive data governance, access controls, security, and cost management best practices within Snowflake. * Implement data quality frameworks and observability tooling (Monte Carlo, Datafold) with full lineage tracking. * Establish CI/CD practices and DevOps standards for data platform deployments. MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS To be considered for this role, you must meet the following essential qualifications: * +10 years of experience in data engineering or data architecture, with at least 5 years in a client-facing consulting or advisory role. * Expert-level mastery of Snowflake: architecture, performance tuning, access controls, security, and Cortex AI features. * Proven ability to lead complex data transformation programs from design through delivery. * Strong experience with dbt, Fivetran/Stitch, Airflow, or equivalent orchestration tools. * Deep knowledge of data modeling techniques and modern data stack best practices. * Excellent communication and facilitation skills in French and English (C1) — able to present architecture choices to a CTO and explain them to a data engineer. * Demonstrated ability to build trust with clients and drive organisational change. What makes you stand out * You think like a consultant first, an engineer second — you shape solutions, not just build them. * You have delivered transformation programs leaving behind a playbook, a trained team, and measurable outcomes. * You are energised by working across multiple client environments and bringing cross-industry patterns to each engagement. * You can challenge a client's thinking constructively while maintaining trust and momentum. * You have a genuine curiosity for AI, generative models, and the future of data engineering. NICE TO HAVE QUALIFICATIONS * Hands-on experience with Snowflake Cortex AI features: LLM Functions, Cortex Analyst, Cortex Agents. * Knowledge of agentic AI frameworks, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted data engineering workflows. * Experience with reverse ETL platforms (Hightouch, Census) and CDP architectures. * Familiarity with streaming data platforms (Kafka, Kinesis, Pub/Sub) and real-time data patterns. * Cloud platforms experience (GCP, AWS, Azure) and their native data services. * Knowledge of data catalog and governance tools (Alation, Collibra, DataHub). * SQL fluency and Python scripting proficiency. PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS * Snowflake SnowPro Core + Advanced/Architect (strongly preferred). * dbt Analytics Engineering certification (a plus). If you do not meet all the listed qualifications or have gaps in your experience, we still encourage you to apply. At Valtech, we recognize that talent comes in many forms, and we value diverse perspectives and a willingness to learn. COMMITMENT TO REACHING ALL KINDS OF PEOPLE We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.  THE BENEFITS   This is a permanent position based in Paris/France. Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer:  * Flexibility, with remote and hybrid work options (country-dependent)  * Career advancement, with international mobility and professional development programs * Learning and development, with access to cutting-edge tools, training and industry experts Our benefits are tailored to each location. Your Talent Partner will provide full details during the hiring process. YOUR APPLICATION PROCESS Once you apply, our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. If your skills and experience align with the role, we’ll reach out for next steps. ⚠️ Beware of recruitment fraud: Only engage with official Valtech email addresses ending in @valtech.com. We are committed to inclusion and accessibility. If you need reasonable accommodations during the interview process, please either indicate it in your application or let your Talent Partner know.  ABOUT VALTECH Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.  At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.  At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.  ARE YOU READY TO CREATE WHAT’S NEXT? JOIN US. As per the AGG (General Equal Treatment Act) in Germany and equivalent in France, jobs must be advertised in a gender-neutral manner. We use the statement (all genders) to make it clear that this position is open to all genders in these countries, even if the job title itself can be translated or interpreted as "masculine" in the French or German language.

Bigblue

📍 Paris | Full-time | Fluent 🇫🇷 & 🇬🇧   At Bigblue, we're building the logistics backbone for the next generation of commerce. Modern brands sell everywhere: through their own online stores, marketplaces, retail, social commerce, and more. Across every channel, customers expect the same fast, reliable, and transparent experience after they buy. What used to be Amazon's exclusive advantage is now becoming the standard for every ambitious brand. We're helping them get there. Since 2018, we've built a tech-driven fulfilment platform used by 600+ brands, including Muji, Aigle, Scuffers, and Cabaïa. With 200+ Bigbluers across the UK, France, Spain, and Germany, our proprietary tech stack, and a network of 9 warehouses and over 100,000 sqm of fulfilment space across Europe, we ship millions of orders every month. And we're nowhere near done! Backed by €20M+ in funding, we're expanding across Europe and building the operating system that will power modern commerce operations at a global scale. At Bigblue, we hold ourselves to a very high bar: in the quality of our product, the rigour of our operations, and the care we bring to every merchant we work with. You'll be working alongside talented people on real, high-impact problems, in an environment where high standards come with genuine support, ownership, and room to grow. If you want your work to matter from day one, you're in the right place.