Senior Staff Engineer -- Data Center Network Engineer

Nagarro • Remote (United States) • 4w ago

Company Description

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Job Description

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Cisco Data Center Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain our data center infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Cisco networking technologies, particularly in a data center environment. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies and requires someone who can adapt quickly, troubleshoot effectively, and ensure the optimal performance of our network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Implementation: Design, deploy, and maintain Cisco-based network solutions in data center environments, including Nexus switches, ACI (Application Centric Infrastructure), and UCS (Unified Computing System).
Network Configuration: Configure and manage complex network topologies, including VLANs, VxLAN, BGP, OSPF, and other advanced routing and switching protocols.
Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring low latency, high availability, and scalability.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve network issues, including connectivity problems, hardware/software failures, and performance bottlenecks.
Security Management: Implement and manage network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and access controls to ensure data protection and regulatory compliance.
Documentation: Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including configurations, topologies, and standard operating procedures.
Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams, including server, storage, and application teams, to ensure seamless integration of network services.
Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest Cisco technologies and industry trends, recommending improvements and upgrades to the data center infrastructure.
Disaster Recovery: Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity plans for the network infrastructure.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) are highly desirable.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in a similar role, with a focus on Cisco data center networking.

Technical Skills:

Expertise in Cisco Nexus series (e.g., 9000, 7000, 5000) and ACI architecture.
Strong understanding of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking protocols.
Experience with network automation tools and scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible).
Proficient in network monitoring and troubleshooting tools (e.g., Wireshark, SolarWinds).
Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).

Soft Skills: