SME - Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Network Automation

Experience: 8 to Not Available years

Location: Pune, India

Skills: VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, Port Security, QoS, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, route redistribution, policy-based routing, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, ACLs, Cisco, Juniper, SolarWinds, NetFlow, SNMP, VxLAN, EVPN, NETDEVOPS, Automation, VMware NSX

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced L3 Network Deployment Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing complex network deployments with a strong focus on Switching, Routing, and Migration activities. This role demands deep technical expertise, hands-on experience, and the ability to lead and execute network transformation projects.

Job Description
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced L3 Network Deployment Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing complex network deployments with a solid focus on Switching, Routing, and Migration activities. This role demands deep technical expertise, hands-on experience, and the ability to lead and execute network transformation projects.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead end-to-end network deployment projects including planning, configuration, testing, and implementation.
• Design and implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 network solutions using industry best practices.




• Perform network migrations with minimal downtime and disruption.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across switching and routing domains.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of network components.
• Document network architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Required Skillsets
• Switching: VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, Port Security, QoS.
• Routing: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, route redistribution, policy-based routing.
• Migration: Experience in network cutovers, legacy-to-modern infrastructure transitions, and cloud/hybrid migrations.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and ACLs.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar enterprise-grade networking equipment.
• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, NetFlow, SNMP).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in network engineering with a focus on deployment and migration.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Other Requirements
Expert in routing and switching, VxLAN and EVPN (must have), plus NETDEVOPS/ Automation or VMware NSX.

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