Staff Network Systems Administrator - San Jose - Synaptics

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    Synaptics San Jose

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    Location: San Jose, CA, United States
    Date Posted: Jan 30, 2026
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    Description
    Synaptics is leading the charge in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As the go-to partner for the world's most forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics AstraTM AI-Native embedded compute, VerosTM wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions.
    We're making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play.
    Overview
    Synaptics is looking for a Staff Network Systems Administrator to join our team. You will be responsible for the daily support and development of Network Infrastructure systems at Synaptics. This role works closely with IT teams to ensure seamless network operations and support business needs. This position reports to the Sr. Manager, Network Systems.
    The typical base pay range for this position is USD $112,000 - $176,000 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits. Note that compensation listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
    Responsibilities & Competencies
    Job Duties

    • Remote network support & end-to-end troubleshooting for Synaptics locations
    • Daily administration of network switches & routers
    • Proactive monitoring of network system availability, performance, and network events
    • Configuration & deployment of network switches & routers
    • Enable and audit network configuration as part of deployment process
    • Documentation of network topologies, inventories, new processes/procedures
    • Work with the other IT teams on special projects as required
    • Participate in the R&D of new IT technology
    Competencies
    • Solid understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.) and network hardware
    • Familiar with NMS solutions, SNMP, NetFlow, and syslog monitoring
    • Strong customer focused approach
    • Strong project management skills with experience defining business requirements, investigating technical solutions, developing cost analysis, and definition of best practices
    • Proactive, self-starter with the ability to adapt effectively and rapidly to changing environments and situations in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
    • Well organized with strong attention to detail; proactively ensures work is accurate
    • Positive attitude and work ethic; unafraid to ask questions and explore new ideas
    • Resourceful and able to solve problems through adapting technology and a solid understanding of infrastructure
    • Strong verbal, and written communication, documentation, and presentation skills in English and Mandarin with the ability to work within a diverse team
    Qualifications (Requirements)
    • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer information Systems or related field or equivalent
    • Cisco or Juniper Certification - CCNP at minimum, CCIE/JNCIE preferred
    • 8+ years of experience administering corporate networks across multiple sites including network troubleshooting and performance optimization on Windows & Linux environments
    • Hands-on experience with administration of (Cisco / Juniper / Arista) routing/switching platforms
    • Experience with Linux CLI as related to network troubleshooting
    • Experience troubleshooting TCP/IP end-to-end across firewalls
    • Experience configuration and troubleshooting (OSPF / BGP) routing
    • Experience LAN switching and related technologies
    • Track record of project managing medium to large IT rollout projects involving network expansions
    • Prior experience with supporting and troubleshooting wireless networking environment preferred
    • No travel required
    Belief in Diversity
    Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.

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