Senior Engineer - ESD
Quick Summary
About Megaport We’re not your typical tech company – and we don’t want to be. Megaport is the global leader in Network as a Service (NaaS), and has transformed the way businesses connect to the cloud,
We are seeking a highly experienced engineer to join our Edge Services team, responsible for building and evolving Megaport’s edge compute platform. This platform underpins our Virtual Network Function (VNF) products and the networking systems that power them globally.
In this role, you will operate at the intersection of distributed systems, networking, and cloud-native infrastructure. You will be a key technical leader shaping the compute and networking stack, driving architectural decisions, and ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance across our edge platform. Beyond deep technical contribution, you will act as a central advisor within your domain - guiding strategy, mentoring engineers, and influencing outcomes across teams.
Influence the evolution of Megaport’s edge compute and networking platform
Architect and optimize bare metal infrastructure for high-performance VNF workloads
Design and implement networking solutions leveraging EVPN and host-based technologies
Act as a key technical advisor for a defined domain or program of work
Drive technical strategy, standards, and system-wide design patterns across teams
Troubleshoot and resolve complex, high-impact issues across distributed systems
Collaborate cross-functionally to align engineering efforts with business and product goals
Provide clear and proactive communication to stakeholders, including leadership and non-technical audiences
Break down initiatives into deliverables, estimate work, and validate team estimates
Identify and manage technical debt while driving continuous platform improvements
Mentor engineers on system design, trade-offs, and architectural thinking
Champion innovation and promote best practices across the engineering organization
Identify opportunities to standardize systems and improve platform consistency
Experience as a senior or principal-level engineer working on distributed systems, cloud platforms, or networking infrastructure
Deep understanding of networking technologies including MPLS, VXLAN and EVPN
Practical expertise with linux networking and DPDK
Experience designing and operating platforms supporting virtualised network functions (VNFs)
Proven ability to design scalable, resilient systems and evaluate architectural trade-offs
Experience leading technical strategy and influencing engineering direction across teams
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
You can work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Flexible working environments
Birthday Leave
Generous study and training allowance + 5 days paid study leave
Creative, fun, and contemporary workspaces
Motivated team of industry experts and new talent
Celebrated success with ‘Legend’ and ‘Kudos’ Awards
Health and wellness program
Opportunities for career growth and potential for global intra-company transfers for interested candidates
Location & Eligibility
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Listing Details
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- November 13, 2026
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- November 13, 2026
- Last seen
- November 13, 2026
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Signal breakdown
Megaport is revolutionizing global connectivity through a cutting-edge Software Defined Networking (SDN) platform that empowers businesses to connect easily and efficiently.
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