Job Description
Senior Cisco Service Provider Network Engineer – IOS XR/MPLS Role Summary Act as the technical focal point for complex Service Provider network problem resolution, delivering deep technical leadership across Cisco’s Service Provider portfolio. Core Responsibilities
• Problem Resolution & Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and resolve complex customer issues across ASR routing, NCS routing platforms, IOS XR, MPLS, Segment Routing, Broadband, and Optical transport technologies.
• Infrastructure Integration: Provide end-to-end infrastructure-level problem resolution across Layer 2/3 network fabrics, overlays, virtualization, and compute/storage integration.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Deliver thorough RCAs containing root-cause findings, structured remediation steps, and proactive prevention recommendations.
• Software Escalations: Manage software escalation referrals for critical or recurring issues on IOS XR, ASR, NCS, and related Service Provider platforms.
• Operational Review & Strategy: Monitor operational trends and collaborate with the High Touch Operations Manager (HTOM) on quarterly technical reviews, findings, operational metrics, and strategic action plans.
• Escalation Management: Expedite critical escalations leveraging deep contextual knowledge of customer network architecture, operational models, and change-control practices.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with Account Teams, Cisco TAC, Product Business Units, and HTOM to coordinate alignment and resolution strategies.
• Deployment & Migration Support: Provide remote or onsite deployment support for network rollouts, migrations, and backbone expansions, serving as Lead Engineer across HTTS and TAC teams when required.
• Knowledge Sharing & Relationships: Build robust customer relationships and contribute reusable tools, scripts,



and best-practice documentation to the engineering organization. Minimum Qualifications
• Education &

Experience:
BS in a technical field (Computer Science/Electrical Engineering preferred) or equivalent with 5+ years of related experience; or an MS in a technical field.
• Communication: Excellent verbal, written, and executive-level presentation skills.
• Autonomy & Drive: Self-driven with proven, hands-on experience resolving intricate technical issues within Service Provider networks.
• Problem-Solving: Solid diagnostic and probing skills with the ability to work autonomously and independently.
• Methodology: Demonstrated ability to evaluate requirements and formulate solutions within defined constraints, utilizing agile methodologies for rapid delivery, testing, and value realization. Technical Skills & ExpertisePlatforms & Operating Systems
• Cisco ASR 9000 and 1000 Series Routers
• Cisco NCS 5400, 5500, 5600, and 6000 Platforms
• Cisco IOS XR Operating System Protocols & Core Technologies
• MPLS, Segment Routing (SR-MPLS / SRv6), EVPN, LDP, Carrier Ethernet, and IP/MPLS Transport
• Routing & Control Protocols: BGP, ISIS, OSPF, RSVP-TE, LDP, QoS, CGNAT, BNG, Multicast, and IPv6
• Foundational Networking: TCP/IP, STP, HSRP, VRRP, and Service Provider core/edge architectures Tools & Automation
• Packet-level analysis and troubleshooting using tools such as Wireshark
• IOS XR advanced troubleshooting, Model-Driven Telemetry (MDT), and Cisco Crosswork / CNC / NCS tools
• Network Management Systems (NMS), monitoring, and telemetry suites Certifications & Preferred Advantages
• CCNP or CCIE Service Provider certification (preferred)
• Working knowledge of Service Provider security, infrastructure protection, and Zero-Trust architecture principles

Skills:
cisco,ios,mpls,routing,troubleshooting

📌 Senior Cisco Service Provider Network Engineer – IOS XR/MPLS (Mumbai)
🏢 Neev
📍 Mumbai