SME - Social Network Development, Netwok Automation

Job Summary

Seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Deployment Engineer with 8+ years of progressive experience to lead complex, large-scale DC network design and deployment projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader responsible for the design, build-out, and continuous maintenance of high-performance DC networks. A key focus of this role is leveraging network automation tools and scripting (Ansible, Python) for efficient, repeatable deployments, coupled with strong project management skills for leading and executing end-to-end DC builds globally. Job Description : CCNA/CCIE 

Key Responsibilities

 Lead the comprehensive design, architecture, implementation, and optimization of complex DC network infrastructures. Manage and execute end-to-end DC deployments, overseeing all phases from requirements gathering and architecture design through configuration, testing, cutover, and final operational handover. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal IT teams, security, data center teams, facilities, and external vendors to ensure seamless project delivery. Create, maintain, and enforce robust network documentation (diagrams, standards, templates) and best practices. Drive network automation initiatives by developing and utilizing scripts and tools (e.g., Python, Ansible, Netmiko) for configuration management, deployment, and operational tasks. Provide advanced, third-level troubleshooting and act as an escalation point for complex network issues across all technologies. Proactively manage project timelines and resources, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion and providing regular status updates. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. 8+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on DC network design and large-scale deployment. Strong knowledge of BGP EVPN VXLAN overlay technologies in fat-tree architectures. Familiarity with network monitoring, performance analysis tools, and telemetry. Proficiency in Linux environments for troubleshooting and deploying network services. Ability to automate configuration and management tasks. CCNP/CCIE and other relevant industry certificates are desirable.

Skill Requirements

Skills/Expertise Core Networking: Hands-on experience or familiarity with Arista, Cumulus. Strong expertise in BGP, EVPN, VXLAN for campus deployments. Campus segmentation (EVPN VXLAN). IPSEC VPNs, and SD-WAN solutions. Knowledge of multi-tenancy architectures and segmentation. Advanced troubleshooting skills using packet capture (Wireshark). Security / LBs: Proficiency with Palo Alto firewalls. Expertise in enterprise firewall configuration, management, and troubleshooting. Proficient in load balancer technologies, including F5 and Citrix load balancers. Network Automation & Scripting: Medium-level proficiency in network automation (Ansible, Salt) and scripting (Python) for configuration, deployment, and auditing. Soft Skills: Demonstrated strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills; proven ability to lead and manage multiple end-to-end site builds/deployments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concep 

Other Requirements

Skills/Expertise Core Networking: Hands-on experience or familiarity with Arista, Cumulus. Strong expertise in BGP, EVPN, VXLAN for campus deployments. Campus segmentation (EVPN VXLAN). IPSEC VPNs, and SD-WAN solutions. Knowledge of multi-tenancy architectures and segmentation. Advanced troubleshooting skills using packet capture (Wireshark). Security / LBs: Proficiency with Palo Alto firewalls. Expertise in enterprise firewall configuration, management, and troubleshooting. Proficient in load balancer technologies, including F5 and Citrix load balancers. Network Automation & Scripting: Medium-level proficiency in network automation (Ansible, Salt) and scripting (Python) for configuration, deployment, and auditing. Soft Skills: Demonstrated strong project management, organizational, and time-management skills; proven ability to lead and manage multiple end-to-end site builds/deployments. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts.