About this role
This role involves designing, deploying, and managing complex core and data center networks, with a focus on Nexus hardware and automation.
Key Responsibilities
- Designing network architectures
- Configuring Nexus switches
- Implementing routing protocols
- Automating network management
- Ensuring network security
Technical Overview
The technical environment includes Nexus switches, routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), SD-WAN, automation tools like Cisco Prime and APIC-EM, and scripting with Python.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a senior network engineer with at least 7 years of experience designing and deploying core and data center networks, with strong knowledge of Nexus switches, routing protocols, and automation tools. They should hold relevant certifications and have excellent communication skills.
Must-Have Skills
7+ years network engineering experienceDesigningdeployingimplementing core networksExperience with Nexus switchesKnowledge of network protocols (OSPFEIGRPBGP)Configuration management using automation toolsPython scriptingCertifications in CCNPCCIE R&S or Data Center
Nice-to-Have Skills
Nexus 9K and ACIF5 load balancingPalo Alto technologiesCisco UCSCisco MDSCisco partner post sales consulting
Tools & Platforms
APIC-EMCisco PrimePython
Required Skills
Network DesignCore Routing and SwitchingNexus 7K/5K/2KOSPFEIGRPBGPSD-WANAutomation toolsPython scriptingCCNPCCIE R&SData Center
Hard Skills
Network DesignCore Routing and SwitchingData Center NetworksNexus 7K/5K/2KLogical Design Models (L2/L3VPCVDCDatacenter ZonesSpanning TreeVFRVTPVLANs)Network Control Protocols (QOSPfRPoENTPDHCP)Network Management Protocols (CDPFTPTFTPSNMP)Security Protocols (SSHHTTPSAAAIPSecTrustSec)IP Communication and Routing (OSPFEIGRPBGP)WAN/LAN Technologies (EthernetFrame RelayDMVPNWAASMPLS)SD-WAN (IWANViptela)Automation Tools (APIC-EMCisco Prime)Python scriptingCertifications (CCNPCCIE R&SData Center)
Soft Skills
Interpersonal skillsCommunication skillsCollaborationResearch skillsProblem-solvingAttention to detailCustomer service orientationSelf-motivationPrioritizationAnalytical skills
Certifications
Required
CCNPCCIE R&SData Center
Preferred
Nexus 9KACI
Keywords for Your Resume
Senior Network EngineerNetwork DesignCore Routing and SwitchingNexus 7KNexus 5KNexus 2KOSPFEIGRPBGPWAN TechnologiesLAN TechnologiesSD-WANAutomation toolsPythonCCNPCCIE R&SData CenterNetwork protocolsNetwork securityNetwork managementNetwork EngineerNexus switchesPython scripting
Deal Breakers
Less than 7 years of network engineering experience, Lack of certifications (CCNP, CCIE), No experience with Nexus switches, Inability to work remotely
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