Network Architect / Network Specialist (On‑Prem, Global)

Position Overview

Agile Robots SE is seeking a Network Architect / Network Specialist to define and operate our global on‑premise network across multiple geographies and regional offices. You will lead the design and lifecycle of our campus, branch, and data‑center networks—including high‑performance NVIDIA InfiniBand fabrics that power AI/HPC workloads—while ensuring our controls meet TISAX expectations and internal ISMS requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Global Architecture & Standards (On‑Prem Only)

• Design and document end‑to‑end on‑prem architectures (core/distribution/access/WLAN; DC leaf‑spine).
• Establish and maintain global standards: IP addressing & IPAM (NetBox), routing policy, QoS, naming, security baselines, and change control (HLD/LLD, MOP/SOP, rollback).
• Define network zoning & segmentation (VLAN/VRF; optional EVPN/VXLAN where justified) across Officeand DMZ networks with clear trust boundaries.

1. Routing, Switching, WLAN & Regional Sites

• Engineer BGP/OSPF for WAN & DC; deliver redundancy/failover across carriers and sites.
• Own Aruba campus/branch switching and WLAN (coverage, capacity planning, RF hygiene, roaming, WPA2/3‑Enterprise).
• Plan and execute site builds/moves/expansions (circuits, last‑mile, demarc, handoffs, cutovers) with measurable downtime windows.

1. Security, Remote Access & Identity

• Lead FortiGate policy architecture (zones, NAT, segmentation, IDS/IPS) and FortiGate VPN (IPsec/SSL) for site‑to‑site and remote access, including HA and posture checks.
• Implement 802.1X NAC (e.g., Aruba ClearPass) with RADIUS/Active Directory integration; enforce device posture and guest segmentation.
• Operate DMZ patterns (reverse proxying, jump hosts, constrained admin planes) and align with TISAX/ISMSrequirements.

1. High‑Performance Networking for AI/HPC

• Design, deploy, and maintain NVIDIA InfiniBand fabrics (topology, cabling/optics, partitioning), including subnet managers (UFM/opensm), congestion control, and path optimization.
• Coordinate with compute/storage teams (e.g., DGX/HPC clusters) on throughput, latency, and scale; plan upgrades and fabric expansions.

1. Reliability, Observability & Automation

• Deliver high availability (fast convergence, dual‑homing, link aggregation/MLAG/VLT) and tested DR/failover.
• Implement proactive monitoring/alerting (e.g., Zabbix), telemetry/SNMP, and capacity trends; maintain RCAs and SLOs.
• Centralize logging with rsyslog and FortiAnalyzer; enforce retention and integrity for audits.
• Use NetBox, Ansible/Python, and Git‑based workflows for configuration management, drift control, and repeatable changes.

1. Compliance, Risk & Vendor Management (TISAX Focus)

• Map network controls to TISAX expectations (ISMS governance, secure remote access, logging, supplier access, data protection).
• Partner with ISMS owner/CISO on risk assessments, controls testing, and evidence preparation for audits (policies, diagrams, logs, change records).
• Manage carriers and vendors (Fortinet, Aruba, Dell; integrators); lead RFPs, SLAs, and lifecycle planning.
• Mentor regional IT; act as L3 escalation for incidents and major changes.

Core Technologies @ Agile Robots SE

• Security & Remote Access: FortiGate NGFW, FortiGate VPN (IPsec/SSL), FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer.
• Campus/Branch & WLAN: Aruba CX/AOS switching, controllers/APs, ClearPass (802.1X), AirWave (on‑prem mgmt).
• Data Center & Fabric: Dell PowerSwitch (OS10), VLT/MLAG; NVIDIA InfiniBand (UFM/opensm).
• Foundational Services: VLAN/VRF, BGP/OSPF, QoS; DHCP/DNS, Active Directory, RADIUS; NetBox(IPAM/DCIM).
• Observability & Automation: Zabbix, rsyslog (retention policy), NetFlow/sFlow; Ansible/Python, Git.

Qualifications

Required

• 7+ years in enterprise on‑prem networking across multi‑site/multi‑region environments.
• Deep hands‑on with FortiGate, Aruba (switching/WLAN), Dell data‑center switching, and NVIDIA InfiniBand basics.
• Strong routing/switching (BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VRF), segmentation, and DMZ design; HA and fast convergence patterns.
• Proven delivery of secure remote access, 802.1X NAC, and logging/monitoring at scale (rsyslog, analyzers, NMS).
• Experience aligning network controls to ISMS/TISAX (policy ↔ design ↔ evidence).
• Excellent documentation (HLD/LLD, diagrams) and stakeholder communication.

Preferred

• Certifications: Fortinet NSE (4/5/7+), Aruba (ACMA/ACMP/ACSP/ACDX), CCNP/CCIE, Dell networking, and/or NVIDIA networking.
• ClearPass NAC depth, FortiManager/FortiAnalyzer, Aruba AirWave; EVPN/VXLAN familiarity.
• Exposure to RADIUS/AD integration and FreeRADIUS stack.
• Familiarity with Zabbix tuning, syslog retention strategies, and ITSM/change tooling.
• Experience segmenting AI/HPC clusters and integrating with storage/compute pipelines.

What we offer

• A dynamic high-tech company, combined with financial soundness and world-class investors.
• Join an interdisciplinary, international team with 60+ different nationalities in a collaborative work environment.
• Lots of development opportunities as we continue to grow.
• Challenging tasks and impactful projects alongside experts that enable professional and personal growth.
• Corporate Benefits Program covering health, mobility, and learning for 100€ net per month.
• Modern office facilities with a rooftop terrace overlooking Munich, free drinks & fruits, and regular company events contribute to a good working environment

About us

Agile Robots is a leading provider of AI-powered robotics solutions. By combining artificial intelligence and robotics, the company makes industries smarter, more flexible, and more efficient.

Founded in Munich in 2018 by renowned robotics researchers from the German Aerospace Center (DLR), Agile Robots has experienced rapid global growth. Today, more than 3,500 highly skilled robotics and AI enthusiasts are employed worldwide. The company has one of the largest research and development teams in the AI and robotics industry.

Agile Robots has built a unique portfolio; together with the subsidiaries BÄR Automation, Franka Robotics, idealworks, and Krause Automation, the company covers all areas of AI-driven robotics.

Find out more at: https://www.agile-robots.com/en/