Network Engineer - Data for Autonomous Systems annotation
Location
Worldwide
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$50 - $70 / hour
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Network Engineer - Data for Autonomous Systems annotation
Weekday
Role Description This role is for one of our clients. Are you a Level 3 / Tier 3 network support engineer interested in data science and autonomous infrastructure? Our client is building vertically integrated networking systems and using the data they generate to power the next generation of AI-driven infrastructure. They’re looking for engineers experienced in final escalations, packet analysis, troubleshooting, and RCA workflows to help label, annotate, and structure networking data from real production systems. This is a hands-on role that blends your L3 troubleshooting and incident-response experience with a growing understanding of how data pipelines are built and used in AI systems. In this role, you’ll: - Review real-world data from deployed networks: logs, configs, telemetry, event streams - Label and classify network behaviors, issues, anomalies, and incident patterns - Help define schemas and structure for large-scale data pipelines that downstream ML models will train on Qualifications - Currently working as a Level 3, Tier 3, Senior, Lead, or Principal Support Engineer supporting enterprise network infrastructure. - Hands-on experience managing, troubleshooting, and supporting enterprise networking environments. - Strong experience with technologies such as: - Network switches - Wireless access points (APs) - Firewalls - Routing and switching infrastructure - Proven experience handling: - Production incidents - Final-level escalations - On-call support responsibilities - Root cause analysis (RCA) - Network troubleshooting and outage resolution - Experience supporting end-customer environments across industries such as: - Retail - Healthcare - Financial Services - Manufacturing - Higher Education - Hospitality - Large Enterprise Organizations - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications - Curiosity about machine learning, AI systems, and data-driven infrastructure operations. - Interest in understanding how raw infrastructure and operational data is transformed into machine learning inputs. - Experience working with network monitoring, observability, or operational analytics platforms. - Familiarity with automation, network operations, or intelligent infrastructure technologies. Work Arrangement - Fully remote engagement. - Flexible schedule with an expected commitment of approximately 30–40 hours per week. - Direct collaboration with the client team. - Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded based on business needs and performance. Contract & Payment Details - Independent contractor engagement. - Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise based on approved services rendered. - Work performed will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution. Equal Opportunity - Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. - Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. - Please Note: Sponsorship for H-1B visas or STEM OPT programs is not available for this engagement.
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