5-10 years of hands-on experience in enterprise or hyperscale data center networking, switch architecture, or platform engineering.
Deep expertise in L2/L3 networking protocols including BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, OSPF, and IPv6.
Proficiency in network operating systems such as SONiC, Cisco NX-OS, Arista EOS, or Cumulus.
Strong scripting and automation skills in Python, Go, or shell scripting, along with experience in container/Linux environments.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Responsibilities
Architect and validate spine-leaf, Clos, and VXLAN/EVPN overlay fabrics for high-volume east-west traffic.
Lead assessments on build-vs-buy decisions and evaluate merchant silicon versus custom ASICs for switches.
Drive network automation initiatives including zero-touch provisioning, telemetry, and configuration management using Python and Ansible.
Design redundant routing and switching protocols to ensure compliance with strict SLAs and RAS goals.
Implement security measures such as micro-segmentation and enterprise firewall architectures aligned with zero-trust models.
Conduct performance tuning and troubleshooting through deep-packet analysis and root-cause analysis for network incidents.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.
Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Job Description
Role Overview & Core Responsibilities
Fabric & Topology Design: Architect and validate spine-leaf, Clos, and VXLAN/EVPN overlay fabrics to handle massive east-west traffic.
Switch & Hardware Evaluation: Lead build-vs-buy assessments, merchant silicon vs. custom ASIC analysis, and vendor selection for core and top-of-rack (ToR) switches.
Network Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Drive zero-touch provisioning (ZTP), telemetry, and configuration management using Python, Ansible, or NDFC.
High Availability & Reliability: Design redundant routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, EVPN) to meet strict service-level agreements (SLAs) and Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS) goals.
Security & Zero Trust Integration: Implement micro-segmentation, ACLs, and enterprise firewall architectures aligned with zero-trust models.
Performance Tuning & Troubleshooting: Conduct deep-packet analysis, buffer tuning, congestion control, and root-cause analysis for complex network incidents.
Key Qualifications & Requirements
Technical Skills:
Deep expertise in L2/L3 networking protocols (BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, OSPF, IPv6).
Proficiency in network operating systems (SONiC, Cisco NX-OS, Arista EOS, or Cumulus).
Scripting and automation skills in Python, Go, or shell scripting, plus container/Linux environments.
Experience: 5+ to 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise or hyperscale data center networking, switch architecture, or platform engineering.
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Education Bachelor - Computer Science
Work Experience
Language
Skills [Job Competency] Planning and Organizing, [Job Competency] Process Improvement, ANSYS IcePak (Simulation Software), Autodesk AutoCAD, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Failure Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA, FloTHERM (Thermal Analysis Software), Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfers, Injection Moldings, Machining, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Material Selection, Mechanical Design, Prototyping, Reliability Engineering, Reliability Prediction For Electronic Components, SolidWorks, Tolerance Analysis, Virtual Prototyping
