Barista Jobs in New York
Barista jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with demand concentrated in specialty coffee shops, hotel food and beverage programs, and corporate hospitality settings across every experience level from first-time barista to lead or head barista. The heaviest hiring happens in New York City, Brooklyn, and the surrounding metro, where established names like Starbucks, Blue Bottle Coffee, and Gregorys Coffee maintain large, ongoing rosters. The most in-demand specialties are espresso bar technique, latte art, and high-volume counter service. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Company Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.
Job Description
Who You’ll Work With
When you join Arista’s VeloCloud Systems Engineering team, you become part of a team of industry experts who pioneered cloud-delivered SD-WAN. Reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager, you’ll work alongside skilled SD-WAN and networking engineers. Our team understands VeloCloud technologies, their integration with Arista portfolios, and their business impact, aligning solutions with the larger goals of our enterprise and service provider customers. In collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, and leveraging Arista’s world-class TAC and Professional Services, you will play a pivotal role in selling, positioning, and designing solutions that incorporate VeloCloud technology to address customer challenges and support their technology and business transition in the era of AI.
What You’ll Do
We have an immediate need for a collaborative, self-motivated individual to partner with our Account teams to provide technical systems engineering support for enterprise customers and channel partners. The Senior Systems Engineer is a critical member of the Arista Customer Engineering team, acting as a trusted advisor for customers and channel partners to identify SD-WAN opportunities, gather WAN requirements, and design a solution that meets customers technical and business objectives.
- Provide advanced support to the sales organization to drive successful sales of VeloCloud SD-WAN and campus solutions through channel partners and directly to end-customers
- Deliver presentation, demonstration, and participate in sales call and conversation with prospects and customers
- Architect and design VeloCloud SD-WAN network and overall Arista solutions, providing technical recommendations and advice to prospects, customers, and channel partners. This includes creating network designs utilizing VeloCloud’s cloud-delivered architecture, Dynamic Multipath Optimization, and integrated security capabilities
- Lead the technical responses to RFIs, RFPs, and sales proposals
- Translate complex customer WAN requirements into comprehensive VeloCloud and Arista network solutions consisting of design documents, statements of work, bills of materials, and support arrangements.
- Perform Proof of Concept (PoC) including hands-on tests to validate customer POC setups
- Provide technical training to VeloCloud prospects, customers, and channel partners, ensuring they are appropriately trained and prepared to successfully prospect, market, and sell VeloCloud solutions.
- Handle customer escalation by partnering with engineering and our technical support team to ensure customers’ issues are resolved in a timely manner with the least impact to their business
- Provide feedback to Engineering and Product Management on revenue-enhancing features and upgrades based on customer and partner feedback.
- Represent Arista at customer and industry events, conferences, and channel partner presentations.
Qualifications
- BS/CS/CE technical degree or relevant experience required.
- Minimum of 7+ years of pre-sales experience with data centers, campus, WAN technologies, or Cloud services, particularly through Value Added Resellers and Systems Integrators for enterprise markets.
- Technical Marketing Engineer, Sales Engineer, or Networking Engineer experience from companies in the WAN networking space, with hands-on experience managing POCs, field trials, and beta programs.
- Experience supporting sales personnel on pre-sales calls, including presenting technical solutions, performing technical demonstrations, and providing technical context during the pre-sales cycle.
- Expert knowledge in three or more of the following areas: Ethernet/LAN switching, IPSec, IP Routing (OSPF, BGP), TCP/IP, VxLAN, EVPN, Multicast, QoS, and SD-WAN technologies.
- Knowledge of cloud services and familiarity of how to enable routing functionality in Virtual Private Cloud from AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Knowledge about automation including REST API, Python scripting, Ansible are a plus.
- Exceptional communication and listening skills, ability to establish rapport and credibility with enterprise customers and channel partners.
- Ability to effectively and energetically present technology and business propositions to customers, peers, and management.
- Network Industry Certification is a plus
Compensation Information
The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of 125-185K. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location to provide consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only; in addition, certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are designed to not only meet the current demands of the digital landscape but to also anticipate and adapt to future challenges. At Arista we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment, where individuals from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome, is essential for driving creativity and innovation. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we take pride in our track record of success and strive to maintain the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.
Job Description
Who You’ll Work With
When you join Arista’s VeloCloud Systems Engineering team, you become part of a team of industry experts who pioneered cloud-delivered SD-WAN. Reporting to the Systems Engineering Manager, you’ll work alongside skilled SD-WAN and networking engineers. Our team understands VeloCloud technologies, their integration with Arista portfolios, and their business impact, aligning solutions with the larger goals of our enterprise and service provider customers. In collaboration with Engineering, Product Management, and leveraging Arista’s world-class TAC and Professional Services, you will play a pivotal role in selling, positioning, and designing solutions that incorporate VeloCloud technology to address customer challenges and support their technology and business transition in the era of AI.
What You’ll Do
We have an immediate need for a collaborative, self-motivated individual to partner with our Account teams to provide technical systems engineering support for enterprise customers and channel partners. The Senior Systems Engineer is a critical member of the Arista Customer Engineering team, acting as a trusted advisor for customers and channel partners to identify SD-WAN opportunities, gather WAN requirements, and design a solution that meets customers technical and business objectives.
- Provide advanced support to the sales organization to drive successful sales of VeloCloud SD-WAN and campus solutions through channel partners and directly to end-customers
- Deliver presentation, demonstration, and participate in sales call and conversation with prospects and customers
- Architect and design VeloCloud SD-WAN network and overall Arista solutions, providing technical recommendations and advice to prospects, customers, and channel partners. This includes creating network designs utilizing VeloCloud’s cloud-delivered architecture, Dynamic Multipath Optimization, and integrated security capabilities
- Lead the technical responses to RFIs, RFPs, and sales proposals
- Translate complex customer WAN requirements into comprehensive VeloCloud and Arista network solutions consisting of design documents, statements of work, bills of materials, and support arrangements.
- Perform Proof of Concept (PoC) including hands-on tests to validate customer POC setups
- Provide technical training to VeloCloud prospects, customers, and channel partners, ensuring they are appropriately trained and prepared to successfully prospect, market, and sell VeloCloud solutions.
- Handle customer escalation by partnering with engineering and our technical support team to ensure customers’ issues are resolved in a timely manner with the least impact to their business
- Provide feedback to Engineering and Product Management on revenue-enhancing features and upgrades based on customer and partner feedback.
- Represent Arista at customer and industry events, conferences, and channel partner presentations.
Qualifications
- BS/CS/CE technical degree or relevant experience required.
- Minimum of 7+ years of pre-sales experience with data centers, campus, WAN technologies, or Cloud services, particularly through Value Added Resellers and Systems Integrators for enterprise markets.
- Technical Marketing Engineer, Sales Engineer, or Networking Engineer experience from companies in the WAN networking space, with hands-on experience managing POCs, field trials, and beta programs.
- Experience supporting sales personnel on pre-sales calls, including presenting technical solutions, performing technical demonstrations, and providing technical context during the pre-sales cycle.
- Expert knowledge in three or more of the following areas: Ethernet/LAN switching, IPSec, IP Routing (OSPF, BGP), TCP/IP, VxLAN, EVPN, Multicast, QoS, and SD-WAN technologies.
- Knowledge of cloud services and familiarity of how to enable routing functionality in Virtual Private Cloud from AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Knowledge about automation including REST API, Python scripting, Ansible are a plus.
- Exceptional communication and listening skills, ability to establish rapport and credibility with enterprise customers and channel partners.
- Ability to effectively and energetically present technology and business propositions to customers, peers, and management.
- Network Industry Certification is a plus
Compensation Information
The new hire base pay for this role has a salary range of 125-185K. Arista offers different pay ranges based on work location to provide consistent and competitive pay appropriate to the market. The actual base pay offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, relevant experience, and work location. The pay range provided reflects base pay only; in addition, certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity. Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. Arista makes all hiring and employment-related decisions in a non-discriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable federal, state, or law law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Barista Job Market in New York
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Who's Hiring
- Arista Networks6
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software6
- Electronics & Hardware1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in barista jobs across New York.
- Hands-on experience pulling espresso shots and steaming milk to order
- Familiarity with New York City food handler or food protection certification requirements
- Ability to operate commercial espresso machines and grinders in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to handle high-volume rush periods
- Knowledge of specialty coffee origins, brewing methods, and drink menu customization
- Availability to work early morning, weekend, and holiday shifts as scheduled
Barista Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a barista in New York?
The most direct path is completing a New York City Food Protection Course and obtaining a Food Protection Certificate, which many New York coffee shops and hospitality employers require before your first shift. No statewide barista license exists, so most employers focus on hands-on espresso skills and customer service experience. Entry-level candidates often start at high-volume chain locations or smaller specialty shops that provide on-the-job training from day one.
How much do baristas make in New York?
Baristas in New York earn a median of about $35,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $32,240 for the lowest 10% to over $44,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire baristas in New York?
Employers hiring baristas in New York right now include Arista Networks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense mix of independent specialty cafes, hotel food and beverage programs, and large chain operations means openings turn over frequently across all five boroughs.
Which New York cities have the most barista jobs?
New York and Albany have the most barista openings in New York, reflecting where foot traffic and hospitality demand are highest. New York City dominates because of its sheer density of coffee shops, hotel lobbies, and corporate office buildings, while Brooklyn's independent cafe scene and smaller Hudson Valley markets contribute a steady share of specialty-focused postings.
Are there remote barista jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Barista work is fundamentally hands-on and on-site, so remote openings are an exception rather than a pattern. About 0% of barista openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those listings typically involve coffee education, wholesale account management, or brand ambassador roles rather than traditional bar service.
How can I get hired as a barista in New York with little or no experience?
Applying to high-volume chain locations in New York City is the most realistic starting point, since operators like Starbucks and Gregorys Coffee run structured onboarding for candidates with no prior cafe background. Completing the New York City Food Protection Course before you apply gives your application a concrete edge. Candidates who have worked in adjacent roles like food runner, cashier, or counter service at delis or hotel dining rooms are well-positioned to make a lateral move into a barista role.
Where can I find and apply to barista jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to barista jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across New York City, Brooklyn, and the broader state. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your experience and schedule, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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