{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"abff18fa27e26f898da70022","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/abff18fa27e26f898da70022","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/abff18fa27e26f898da70022","title":"Data, AI & Network Integration Engineer","description":"FoxFarm Soil & Fertilizer Company is are seeking an exceptionally skilled *Data, AI & Network Integration Engineer* for a critical hybrid role at our Samoa, CA location.\n\nThis non-exempt (hourly) position is responsible for the full lifecycle of our data—from ensuring the performance and security of on-premise SQL Server environments to engineering high-speed data pipelines into Azure and integrating that data with Azure AI and Machine Learning services. A key component of this role is managing the Cisco-based network infrastructure that ensures reliable, low-latency connectivity between our on-premise data centers and the Azure cloud. The ideal candidate has a background in database management or full-stack development with broad skills in cloud integration, network automation, and applied AI.\n\n*Key Responsibilities:*\n\n* _Network & Connectivity:_ Configure and maintain network connectivity (e.g., Azure ExpressRoute, VPNs, Cisco routers/switches) to ensure seamless data flow between on-premise systems and cloud services.\n* _AI Integration:_ Design, build, and maintain integrations with Azure AI Services (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Search) and manage the underlying network security protocols.\n* _Management & Performance:_ Install, configure, maintain, and tune MS SQL Server databases; monitor network bandwidth and latency to optimize database synchronization and AI inference speeds.\n* _Infrastructure Automation:_ Utilize Cisco DevNet principles, PowerShell, and Python to automate network provisioning, data preparation, and AI service monitoring.\n* _Security & Compliance:_ Manage database security, network Access Control Lists (ACLs), and data masking; implement AI-driven threat detection to monitor for anomalies across both data and network layers.\n* _Prompt Engineering:_ Develop, test, and refine prompts for generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to ensure accurate and consistent outputs for business applications.\n* _ML Data Preparation:_ Collaborate with data scientists to cleanse and structure datasets for ML model training, optimizing data placement across the network to minimize latency.\n* _Testing & Quality: _Write unit/integration tests and perform network failover testing to ensure total system resilience and high availability.\n\n*Integration & Business Analysis*\n\n* _Cloud Integration:_ Set up, manage, and monitor data pipelines between on-premise systems and Azure, managing the underlying Cisco network fabric.\n* _Development Support:_ Support development teams by reviewing database and network interaction code (primarily .NET C#, with exposure to Python).\n* _Documentation:_ Create and maintain detailed documentation of data flows, network architectures, and AI integrations.\n\n_*Required Qualifications*_\n\n* 3-5+ years of experience as a Microsoft SQL Server DBA and/or Strong proficiency in C# and the .NET ecosystem.\n* Cisco Networking: Proven experience with Cisco routing, switching, and hybrid cloud connectivity.\n* Azure AI Expertise: Hands-on experience integrating with Azure AI Services and OpenAI.\n* Database Mastery: Strong proficiency in writing and optimizing complex T-SQL and stored procedures.\n* AI Techniques: Demonstrable experience with prompt engineering and data preparation for ML models.\n* Automation: Solid experience using PowerShell or Python for infrastructure and database automation.\n\n_*Preferred Qualifications:*_\n\n* Certifications: Cisco CCNA/DevNet or Microsoft Azure DP-300/AI-102.\n* High Availability: Experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and Cisco hardware redundancy.\n* Data Tools: Experience with Azure Data Factory or SSIS for hybrid data integration.\n* Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.\n\nPay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year\n\nBenefits:\n* 401(k)\n* 401(k) matching\n* Dental insurance\n* Employee assistance program\n* Employee discount\n* Health insurance\n* Life insurance\n* Paid time off\n* Retirement plan\n* Vision insurance\n\nPeople with a criminal record are encouraged to apply\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Foxfarmsoil","rawCompany":"foxfarmsoil","city":"Samoa","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T18:46:00.113Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Data, AI & Network Integration Engineer","description":"FoxFarm Soil & Fertilizer Company is are seeking an exceptionally skilled *Data, AI & Network Integration Engineer* for a critical hybrid role at our Samoa, CA location.\n\nThis non-exempt (hourly) position is responsible for the full lifecycle of our data—from ensuring the performance and security of on-premise SQL Server environments to engineering high-speed data pipelines into Azure and integrating that data with Azure AI and Machine Learning services. 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