Design, deploy, and optimize WAN, LAN, Data Center, and Cloud networks while managing end-to-end infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities
- Manage and support ACI fabrics, backbone, and carrier connectivity to ensure high availability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues to minimize downtime and serve as the highest escalation point.
- Implement network automation and scripting for operational efficiency using Python and Ansible.
- Lead network design, implementation, and infrastructure upgrades in collaboration with security and cloud teams.
- Create detailed network diagrams, documentation, and conduct knowledge-sharing sessions.
Required Skills
- 5+ years of experience with network devices (NCS/ASR, Arista, Ciena, Aruba, Dell).
- Expertise in routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, and MP-BGP.
- Knowledge of network technologies including VRF, MPLS, SD-WAN, VXLAN, and EVPN.
- Experience with security and VPN technologies: IPSEC, GRE, and MACSEC.
- Understanding of network fundamentals: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPv4, and IPv6.
- Hands-on experience with cloud networking (AWS Direct Connect, GCP Interconnect).
- Proficiency in network automation using Python, Ansible, and REST APIs.
Preferred Skills
- CCNP / CCIE or Arista ACE Certification.
- Experience with ACI, Nexus, or Arista CloudVision.