Technical Escalations Engineer 2 (Network Monitoring) - EMEA

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE: As a Network Operations Technician, you will be directly responsible for operating the growing Starlink Network as we scale to millions of users around the globe as well as the world largest SuperCompute Datacenter Networks. You will execute operational response to real-time network events and anomalies – mitigating their impact before significant service degradation occurs. You will facilitate incident response, engaging and supporting engineering teams to triage and resolve major issues. You will work with engineers across disciplines and external partners to ensure that all problems are root-caused and mitigated to prevent future recurrence. You will manage changes and maintenance required to improve and sustain service for users, while ensuring minimal network downtime. As an embedded operator within the NOC you will work with operations engineering to improve operational processes, increase operational efficiency, and maximize operational capabilities. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Detect and triage emerging anomalies on satellites, ground stations, terrestrial network interop, terrestrial network interconnections, network co-location sites, and internet points of presence * Provide centralized awareness and management of routine and emergency maintenance performed by SpaceX personnel and partner contractors * Execute rapid incident response for major network disruptions * Own investigation, troubleshooting and resolution efforts for common network issues * Provide advanced troubleshooting support and resolution for complex residential and enterprise escalations in coordination with internal teams * Measure, preserve, and improve the uptime and performance of the Starlink Network * Follow and improve processes used for operating the Starlink Network BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: * High school diploma or equivalency certificate * 1+ year of professional experience troubleshooting and operating computer systems in a network, IT, or security setting including but not limited to a Network Operations Center (NOC), Security Operations Center (SOC), Data Center Operations etc.  PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Ability to take on projects that require taking initiative and developing new expertise * Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment that includes working with fast changing needs and requirements * Experience in mission-critical operations where outstanding attention to detail and communication is required to ensure success * Industry recognized technical certifications (i.e. Network+, Security+, CCNA, JNCIA, etc) * Ability to perform network troubleshooting using packet captures and/or device telemetry to root cause network issues * Familiarity with modern networking technologies including but not limited to: * Connectivity (MAC, WiFi, WDM, IPv4 and IPv6) * Switching (STP, VLANs, VXLANs, QinQ) * Routing (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, RDMA) * Network services (DNS, DHCP, NTP, NAT) * Network security (MACsec, ACLs) and Anti-DDoS measures * Knowledge and troubleshooting of common consumer devices (IoT, Home security and Smart devices) * Residential or business customer interaction experience, customer support preferred * Experience with debugging complex systems using data analysis * Basic software experience in Python, SQL, Bash or similar languages * Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or STEM discipline ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Must be available for day time on-shift rotations and weekends as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:      $44,000 - $88,000 USD Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: location, job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at SpaceXAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks SpaceXAI is an equal opportunity employer. For details on data processing, view our Recruitment Privacy Notice.

THE TEAM As Datadog’s in-house product experts, the Technical Escalation Engineering (TEE) team plays a critical role in driving our global success. We enable our customers, from the world’s most innovative startups to the largest enterprises. Through deep technical expertise, relentless problem-solving, and exceptional customer engagement, we educate, guide, and troubleshoot, delivering high-impact solutions that shape the customer experience. Whether through hands-on technical call, in-depth fact findings meeting, or complex investigations, we set the gold standard for technical excellence and customer advocacy. As part of our TEE team, you’ll tackle the most challenging technical problems, collaborate directly with Engineering and Product to refine and evolve our platform, and mentor teams worldwide, elevating the technical bar at every level. ROLE SUMMARY As part of the Technical Escalation Engineering (TEE) team, you’ll operate at the heart of Datadog’s ecosystem, working at the intersection of Technical Solutions, Engineering, Product, and our Customers. Every challenge you take on will directly impact the performance, scalability, and success of both our clients and our platform. You’ll be in an environment that moves fast, challenges you daily, and rewards curiosity, ownership, and technical excellence. This is your chance to shape the future of observability and security, driving innovation, mentoring teams, and influencing product direction while witnessing your expertise make an immediate and lasting impact. At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.  WHAT YOU’LL DO: *       Develop deep technical expertise and continuously learn as the product evolves. *       Investigate complex escalations, lead high-stakes technical calls, and drive solutions for our most critical customer challenges with urgency and precision. *       Run engaging office hours, deliver impactful learning sessions, and mentor the Global Support Engineering team (GSE), ensuring they’re equipped to handle any challenge. *       Partner with Engineering and Product to proactively identify gaps, drive improvements, and advocate for customers in shaping the evolution of our platform. *       Become the go-to expert on Agent at Datadog, mastering both the technical landscape and the customer experience. *       Triage, investigate, and resolve complex Agent-related escalations spanning over Agent deployment, configurations, Agent performance, OOB and custom integrations, and telemetry/logs collection. WHO YOU ARE: *       A self-driven problem solver with an obsession for excellence and continuous learning. You thrive in ambiguity, take initiative, and push beyond expectations. *       A strategic thinker who defaults to a client-centric approach, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance customer experience while balancing technical feasibility. *       An independent, fast learner, capable of picking up new technologies, adapting to evolving priorities, and crafting innovative solutions to complex technical issues. *       A collaborator and mentor, who enjoys sharing knowledge, raising the technical bar for the team, and contributing to a culture of excellence. *       An expert working across Linux, Windows, and MacOS, with strong system-level troubleshooting skills (processes, services, networking, file systems). *       Hands-on with CLIs, APIs, and config files (YAML/JSON), and can confidently guide others toward best practices. *       Comfortable navigating containerized environments like Docker and Kubernetes. *       Confident with scripting and automation (Python, Go, or Bash) to improve troubleshooting workflows. BONUS POINTS *       Computer Science or Engineering majors *       Experienced in using Zendesk, Jira, Confluence, or similar softwares. *       Familiarity with Datadog, integrations ecosystem, or similar observability platforms is a strong plus. Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the below 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: *       Generous and competitive benefits *       New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan *       Continuous career development and pathing opportunities *       Product training to develop an in-depth understanding of our product and space *       Best in breed onboarding *       Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally *       Friendly and inclusive workplace culture 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. 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