Associate Customer Engineer – Network

Associate Customer Engineer Network
Nexthop AI Bellevue WA Full-Time / New Grad

About Nexthop AI
Nexthop AI is building the most efficient AI networking infrastructure for the worlds largest cloud operators. We design and deliver the hardware software and systems that power hyperscale AI deployments. Were a fast-moving ambitious team solving hard problems at the forefront of AI infrastructure. If that excites you learn more at .

The Role
Were looking for a driven bilingual (Mandarin/English) new grad or recent graduate to join our Customer Engineering team in Bellevue this role youll work at the intersection of cutting-edge networking technology. Youll be hands-on from day one: building and testing network architectures writing automation scripts supporting customer proof-of-concepts and serving as a technical bridge between Nexthops engineering team and our hyperscaler partners. This is a foundational engineering role for someone who wants to understand how AI-scale networks are designed built and operated and who wants to help shape that future.

What Youll Do

• Design implement and optimize scalable network architectures in lab and production settings
• Configure and troubleshoot routing switching and data center technologies
• Develop automation scripts for configuration monitoring and diagnostics (Python Bash)
• Work directly with hyperscaler engineering teams conducting real-time technical syncs code reviews and project scoping sessions in both Mandarin and English
• Support customers through proof-of-concept early trials and production/escalation support
• Document solutions and present technical findings to engineering peers and stakeholdersHelp shape what this team looks like were building the culture as we go

What You Bring

Must-Have:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a graduate-level program in network engineering computer science computer engineering internetworking or relevant with a focus on hands-on lab-based learning
• Knowledge of TCP/IP routing protocols switching technologies and network security concepts
• Bilingual Technical Proficiency: Full professional fluency in both Mandarin and English (written and verbal). This is a strict business necessity as the role requires leading real-time technical syncs performing code reviews and negotiating project scopes directly with our APAC-based engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g. Python Bash)
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with Linux system administration
• Familiarity with SDN platforms network automation tools or simulation software
• Exposure to multi-vendor networking environments (e.g. Cisco Juniper Arista)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  

What Youll Gain

• Hands-on experience designing and operating real-world hyperscale networking infrastructure
• Mentorship from some of the most experienced engineers in the AI networking space
• Real ownership and impact from day one this is a startup not a rotation program
• Skill growth in network automation architecture and large-scale operational practices
• A front-row seat to building a company at the frontier of AI infrastructure

Employment
Full-Time: Associate-level full-time role based in Bellevue WA (Richmond area)

This role is on-site; candidates must be located in or willing to relocate to the greater Seattle/Bellevue area

Learn More

• Company Launch Press Release
• CEO Anshul Sadana on theCUBE
• The Hyperscaler Paradox Build Buy or Partner

To apply or learn more:

Required Experience:

Junior IC