Infrastructure Solution Architect (Cisco ACI Expert)Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Solution Architect specializing in Cisco ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure) to lead the design, modernization, and implementation of our next-generation data center networking environments. This is a critical senior leadership role demanding a deep technical grasp of Software-Defined Networking (SDN), hybrid cloud orchestration, and enterprise-grade infrastructure scaling.

Key Job Metadata

- Position: Solution Architect Cisco ACI

- Total Openings: 1 (Individual Contributor / Tech Lead Role)

- Experience Level: 12 to 15 Years

- Job Location: Pune / Noida (Hybrid/On-site options as per company policy)

Core Responsibilities1. Architecture & Design

- Architect, design, and validate end-to-end Cisco ACI solutions across Multi-Pod and Multi-Site architectures.

- Define policy-driven infrastructure blueprints including Tenant creation, Application Profile configurations, EPGs, Bridge Domains, and VRFs.

- Develop comprehensive high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD) documentations for migration and greenfield deployments.

2. Implementation & Advanced Migration

- Lead complex migrations from traditional 3-tier network architectures (Nexus/Catalyst) to Cisco ACI fabric with minimal business downtime.

- Integrate Layer 4 7 services (Firewalls, Load Balancers like F5/Citrix, and IPS) into the ACI fabric via Service Graph insertions.

- Implement secure and scalable L2/L3 extensions (L2Out / L3Out) to connect external networks and public clouds (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

3. Automation & Orchestration

- Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives across the network fabric using Ansible, Terraform, Python, and Cisco ACI REST APIs .

- Incorporate ACI workflows into broader enterprise CI/CD pipelines to ensure rapid, error-free configurations.

4. Technical Leadership & Governance

- Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME)



to consult with internal business units, global stakeholders, and C-level executives.

- Conduct structural network audits, capacity planning, performance tuning, and high-level troubleshooting of complex fabric issues.

- Mentor and coach junior engineering teams on ACI operational best practices and troubleshooting workflows.

Required Technical Skills & QualificationsMust-Have Technical Expertise:

- Cisco ACI Deep Dive: Minimum 5+ years of dedicated hands-on experience designing and operating Cisco ACI environments (APIC controllers, Nexus 9K spine-leaf topologies).

- Legacy Enterprise Routing & Switching: Solid background in Nexus series switches (9K, 7K, 5K) and advanced routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN).

- Network Automation: Proven efficiency in scripting with Python and using configuration management platforms ( Ansible or Terraform ) specifically for ACI object manipulation.

Experience & Education:

- Total Experience: 12 15 years in enterprise IT infrastructure design, network engineering, and system integration.

- Education: B.E. / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Electronics.

Preferred Professional Certifications:

- CCIE (Enterprise Infrastructure / Data Center) Highly Preferred.

- Cisco Certified Specialist - ACI Implementation.

- HashiCorp Terraform Associate or Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation.

Soft Skills & Competencies

- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to explain complex technical designs to non-technical business partners.

- Robust analytical thinking, ownership mindset, and structured problem-solving approach.

- Proven track record of navigating highly matrixed, enterprise global environments.

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