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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 as part of the Systems Engineering team, you're not just stepping into a role; you're becoming part of a team of industry experts and technical leaders. Typically reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, you'll be working alongside some of the most skilled field engineers in the industry. Our team prides itself on not just understanding the technology but also the business impact and aligning our solutions with the larger goals of our clients. In collaboration with our Product Management and Software Development teams, you will play a pivotal role in steering product developments, offerings, and strategic direction to best serve our customers and prospects. Supported by the expertise of our world class Arista TAC, cutting-edge proof-of-concept resources, and support of the executive team, you are well-positioned to lead and innovate within the industry.
- MUST BE LOCAL TO THE AREA
What You’ll Do
As a critical member of the Arista Systems Engineering team, you will act as a trusted advisor to our customers, gathering requirements and identifying opportunities with existing and new customers in the area.
- Collaborate with Arista Account Managers to gain an in-depth understanding of our enterprise and commercial clients and conduct whiteboard network architectural reviews to identify areas for improvement in network performance and efficiency
- Conduct Arista product presentations of Arista's Open Networking Data Center and Cognitive Campus (including Wi-Fi) networking solutions, CloudVision (Network Automation), Security (Network Detection), Endpoint Security, and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions
- Utilize your expertise in network design and implementation, including leaf and spine architectures involving overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN, to create consistent and highly scalable Arista Data Center and Campus network solutions that improve network performance and efficiency for our enterprise and commercial clients in the region
- Conduct thorough hands-on testing of customer proof-of-concept setups, Data Center and/or Campus network designs, and network deployments using the latest Arista products and features. This testing will ensure the successful deployment and performance of Arista network solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients and prospects in the region
- Offer design guidelines and provide recommendations to our clients and prospects in the region to enhance the performance and efficiency of the networks they support. These recommendations will balance specific customer needs with proven Arista Validated Designs to meet the specific needs of our clients and designed to optimize their network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with the sales team to respond to RFP/RFQs and provide valuable customer feedback to Product Management and Engineering.
- Through your expertise and insights, you will help to ensure that Arista network solutions meet the needs of our clients and prospects in the region. As a member of the Arista Systems Engineering team, you will help drive features, functions, and product development through your feedback and help shape the future of our network solutions.
- Serve as a representative of Arista at SDN and other Open Networking industry events and conferences. Through your expertise and thought leadership, you will help to build awareness and promote Arista's innovative network solutions.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in networking technology, including competitive solutions, products, and services
- Author and collaborate on informative white papers on Arista technology and products that showcase your expertise in network design and implementation and help solve real world customer challenges.
Qualifications
- Network Industry Certification preferred, such as ACE-L4, ACE-L6, ACE-L7, and others.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in L2/L3 networking design and implementation with a focus on Data Center, Campus, and Wi-Fi solutions.
- Expert-level experience with routing and switching, including L2/L3 protocols, as well as overlay technologies such as VxLAN.
- Current hands-on experience in designing highly scalable leaf-spine network architectures.
- Proven work experience as a Systems Engineer, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SE, or Network Consulting Engineer is preferred.
- Expert knowledge in Ethernet, RSTP/MSTP, VLANs, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, VxLAN, Multicast, Spanning Tree, and QoS.
- Good understanding of the competitor technology landscape, specifically Cisco and Juniper.
- Expert-level knowledge of the industry-standard Command Line Interface (CLI).
- Previous experience building network automation using Python and Ansible is highly desired.
- Strong writing skills and ability to create informative white papers on technology and products is highly desired.
- Must be local to the area
Additional Information
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 as part of the Systems Engineering team, you're not just stepping into a role; you're becoming part of a team of industry experts and technical leaders. Typically reporting to the Regional Engineering Manager, you'll be working alongside some of the most skilled field engineers in the industry. Our team prides itself on not just understanding the technology but also the business impact and aligning our solutions with the larger goals of our clients. In collaboration with our Product Management and Software Development teams, you will play a pivotal role in steering product developments, offerings, and strategic direction to best serve our customers and prospects. Supported by the expertise of our world class Arista TAC, cutting-edge proof-of-concept resources, and support of the executive team, you are well-positioned to lead and innovate within the industry.
- MUST BE LOCAL TO THE AREA
What You’ll Do
As a critical member of the Arista Systems Engineering team, you will act as a trusted advisor to our customers, gathering requirements and identifying opportunities with existing and new customers in the area.
- Collaborate with Arista Account Managers to gain an in-depth understanding of our enterprise and commercial clients and conduct whiteboard network architectural reviews to identify areas for improvement in network performance and efficiency
- Conduct Arista product presentations of Arista's Open Networking Data Center and Cognitive Campus (including Wi-Fi) networking solutions, CloudVision (Network Automation), Security (Network Detection), Endpoint Security, and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions
- Utilize your expertise in network design and implementation, including leaf and spine architectures involving overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN, to create consistent and highly scalable Arista Data Center and Campus network solutions that improve network performance and efficiency for our enterprise and commercial clients in the region
- Conduct thorough hands-on testing of customer proof-of-concept setups, Data Center and/or Campus network designs, and network deployments using the latest Arista products and features. This testing will ensure the successful deployment and performance of Arista network solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients and prospects in the region
- Offer design guidelines and provide recommendations to our clients and prospects in the region to enhance the performance and efficiency of the networks they support. These recommendations will balance specific customer needs with proven Arista Validated Designs to meet the specific needs of our clients and designed to optimize their network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with the sales team to respond to RFP/RFQs and provide valuable customer feedback to Product Management and Engineering.
- Through your expertise and insights, you will help to ensure that Arista network solutions meet the needs of our clients and prospects in the region. As a member of the Arista Systems Engineering team, you will help drive features, functions, and product development through your feedback and help shape the future of our network solutions.
- Serve as a representative of Arista at SDN and other Open Networking industry events and conferences. Through your expertise and thought leadership, you will help to build awareness and promote Arista's innovative network solutions.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in networking technology, including competitive solutions, products, and services
- Author and collaborate on informative white papers on Arista technology and products that showcase your expertise in network design and implementation and help solve real world customer challenges.
Qualifications
- Network Industry Certification preferred, such as ACE-L4, ACE-L6, ACE-L7, and others.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in L2/L3 networking design and implementation with a focus on Data Center, Campus, and Wi-Fi solutions.
- Expert-level experience with routing and switching, including L2/L3 protocols, as well as overlay technologies such as VxLAN.
- Current hands-on experience in designing highly scalable leaf-spine network architectures.
- Proven work experience as a Systems Engineer, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales SE, or Network Consulting Engineer is preferred.
- Expert knowledge in Ethernet, RSTP/MSTP, VLANs, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, VxLAN, Multicast, Spanning Tree, and QoS.
- Good understanding of the competitor technology landscape, specifically Cisco and Juniper.
- Expert-level knowledge of the industry-standard Command Line Interface (CLI).
- Previous experience building network automation using Python and Ansible is highly desired.
- Strong writing skills and ability to create informative white papers on technology and products is highly desired.
- Must be local to the area
Additional Information
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Network Systems Engineer
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 eligibility for network systems engineers typically rests on a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. Document your credentials with official transcripts and detailed employment letters before you start applying.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Not every networking team has gone through PERM before. Search the DOL OFLC disclosure data for employers who have filed PERM for SOC code 15-1241 roles to find companies already familiar with the process.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Filtering for green card sponsorship history saves significant time in your search. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history for network systems engineer roles, so you can focus on companies already set up to sponsor.
Verify your wage level before accepting an offer
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you understand whether an employer's offer will clear the DOL threshold at your correct level.
Clarify the PERM timeline during offer negotiations
PERM recruitment advertising alone takes roughly 60 days, and analyst review at DOL can add several months beyond that. Ask the employer directly whether they have immigration counsel engaged and whether they intend to file within six months of your start date.
Secure your priority date by filing I-140 promptly
Your priority date locks in your place in the EB-2 or EB-3 queue from the moment USCIS receives the approved I-140 petition. Confirm with your employer that they plan to file the I-140 concurrently with or immediately after PERM approval.
Green Card Network Systems Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Network Systems Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Network systems engineer positions typically qualify for both categories. EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent. EB-2 applies when the role requires a master's degree or when your employer can justify the advanced degree requirement in the PERM job description. O*NET classifies network systems engineers in Job Zone 4, which supports specialty occupation arguments at both levels.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary status with an annual cap and lottery, requiring renewal every three years. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, and approval leads to permanent residency rather than a fixed work period. The trade-off is timeline: PERM and I-140 processing typically runs 12 to 24 months before you can even file for adjustment of status.
What does the PERM process actually require from a Network Systems Engineer candidate?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment campaign proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. You'll need to meet the minimum requirements stated in the job description exactly as written. Any experience gained with the sponsoring employer after your hire date generally cannot count toward those minimum requirements, so your credentials at the time of the offer matter most.
Where can I find Network Systems Engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters employers by verified PERM and I-140 filing history so you can identify companies that have already sponsored network engineering roles, rather than cold-applying and asking HR to confirm sponsorship availability mid-process.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change to a same or similar role after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. Network systems engineer roles generally port to other networking, infrastructure, or systems administration positions with similar duties. USCIS evaluates portability based on SOC code alignment and job duties, not employer name.