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Role: Expert Network EngineerLocation: Remote/Local to Pune/Chennai/Bengaluru/Hyderbad)Occasional Travel neededLong term ContractJob DescriptionRole OverviewThe Expert Network Engineer is responsible for the design and implementation of enterprise and data-center-wide voice and data network solutions aligned with architecture and business models.Owns developing, implementing, and maintaining Network, Security/Threat, and Voice solutions, along with network documentation, standards, and capacity planning.Interacts and consults directly with clients to collect solution requirements and coordinate implementation.What You Will DoSupport all network environments for clients.Provide L3 Operations support for investigating, troubleshooting, and resolving network communications and operations issues impacting client, backbone access, or performance.Design, engineer, and implement complex network solutions across a variety of disciplines, security postures, access control, and infrastructure.Own Incident Management, Request Fulfillment, Change Management, Event Management, and Problem Management for all client environments.Perform a consultative role for internal and external customers at all levels of the organization.Proactively monitor client network performance and recommend improvements.Drive and implement network solutions-based architectures to increase efficiencies.Contribute proactively to documentation, automation, and process improvement.Provide strategic technical direction on highly complex network projects, including design approach and systems technology selection.Perform client and market research to define and qualify strategy and direction.Research and develop innovative solutions around existing and future network technologies; create product roadmaps and write user stories/requirements.Regularly lead self and others,



acting as Product SME or specialist.Manage multiple projects and plan the network roadmap.Analyze current and future IT industry trends for potential impact on network systems architecture.Required QualificationsMinimum 10 years of experience in a similar role and 12+ years overall within the network space.Strong, hands-on VMware NSX experience — this is the primary technical focus for this search.Solid core routing and switching fundamentals (LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, EIGRP, BGP/eBGP, MPLS, SNMP, VPN, SSH).Hands-on F5 load balancing experience.Firewall experience: Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA.Extensive knowledge of Cisco's product portfolio: routers, switches, wireless, ACS, and ISE.Solid verbal and written communication skills with excellent customer support capabilities.Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision.Methodical problem-resolving skills and mastery of high-level and detailed network design.Experience designing, engineering, and implementing Software Defined Networking.Preferred QualificationsCloud networking experience in Azure or AWS (VPCs/VNets, NSGs, Direct Connect/ExpressRoute, VPN connectivity for hybrid cloud architectures).Advanced knowledge of additional routing and switching protocols beyond core fundamentals.Experience with other load balancing technologies such as Netscaler, A10.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Cisco certifications such as CCNP, CCDP, CCIE,



or CCDE.AWS Certified Advanced Networking.Microsoft Azure certifications such as AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer Associate) or AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect Expert).Key Technical AreasAreaPrimary FocusExpected ContributionNSX / Software-Defined NetworkingVMware NSX (primary focus for this search)Design and operate SDN-based network architecture across client environmentsCore Routing & SwitchingLAN/WAN, TCP/IP, EIGRP/BGP, MPLSDeliver reliable, well-engineered network foundationsF5 Load BalancingF5 application delivery/load balancingEnsure traffic distribution and application availabilityCloud Networking (Azure/AWS)VPCs/VNets, Direct Connect/ExpressRouteSupport hybrid cloud connectivity (preferred, not mandatory)Top 3 Mandatory SkillsVMware NSX (Software-Defined Networking) — primary focusCore Routing & Switching FundamentalsF5 Load BalancingSuccess in This Role Looks LikeNSX-based network architecture is designed, implemented, and operated reliably across client environments.Client network environments run reliably with L3 issues investigated, triaged, and resolved with minimal recurrence.Load-balanced application traffic is well-architected and performant.The candidate operates as a trusted SME across internal teams and client stakeholders, driving roadmap and standards forward.Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate is a seasoned network SME with deep, hands-on NSX expertise, comfortable owning end-to-end design, implementation, and L3 support across enterprise and data-center network environments.They bring strong core routing/switching fundamentals and F5 load-balancing experience, with Azure/AWS cloud networking exposure as a strong plus.They're comfortable with a remote/hybrid work arrangement, standard or accelerated notice periods, and a consultative, client-facing style.

📌 Sr Network Engineer (Pune/Chennai/Bengaluru/Hyderabad) (Vasanth Nagar)
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