Layer 3 DC Network Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage data center, SD-WAN, and network-edge solutions to ensure high availability, performance, and security of enterprise network services.
• Configure and maintain Layer 3 dynamic routing, overlay and control-plane protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, VPN, EVPN VXLAN) to optimize network performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate DC and SD-WAN solutions with on-premises infrastructure and public-cloud providers.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex network issues to ensure optimal operation.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Conduct network assessments and provide recommendations for improvements and optimizations.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in networking technologies.
• Participate in on-call support rotation and respond to network emergencies as needed.

Requirements or Required Skills/Abilities:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on SD-WAN, Layer 3 dynamic routing protocols and/or DC software-defined networking solutions.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with architecting and deploying SD-WAN solutions from leading vendors (e.g., Cisco Viptela, Aruba EdgeConnect SD-WAN, Fortinet Secure SD-WAN).
• Understanding and hands-on experience with architecting and deploying data center SDN solutions from leading vendors (e.

g., Juniper Apstra, Cisco

NDO / ACI

/ NDFC, Arista Cloudvision).

• Strong understanding of public cloud networking (e.g. AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with digital edge networking (e.g. Equinix, Megaport) and software-defined cloud interconnects.
• Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting dynamic routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP.
• Familiarity with network security concepts and technologies, including VPNs, firewalls, and access control.
• Familiarity with data center network concepts and technologies, including

VXLAN BGP EVPN.

• Familiarity with IAC concepts and platforms, such as Python, Ansible and Terraform.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications such as

CCNP, ACSDX, AWS

advanced networking specialist, or equivalent are preferred.

• Experience with network monitoring and management tools (e.

g., SolarWinds, PRTG, NetFlow). Education and/or

Certifications:

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.