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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Datacentre Network Engineer | Cisco | Arista | VXLAN EVPN | Hybrid | UK - **Company:** Xcede - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Data Centers, Software Design Documents, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Multicasting, Network Planning and Design, Network Installation Services, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Ansible, Nx-os, Cisco - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815190626-datacentre-network-engineer--cisco--arista--vxlan-evpn--hybrid--uk ## About the Role * Strong Datacentre Networking experience * Cisco Nexus (NX-OS) * Arista EOS * VXLAN EVPN * Spine-Leaf architecture * Enterprise datacentre network design * Routing and switching (BGP, OSPF) * Network implementation and troubleshooting * Excellent customer-facing communication skills, * CCNP Enterprise * CCNP Data Centre * Arista ACE-P * CCIE (Enterprise or Data Centre), If you are an experienced Datacentre Network Engineer with strong Cisco Nexus, Arista EOS, and VXLAN EVPN experience looking to work on technically challenging enterprise projects, we'd like to hear from you. ## Description Datacentre Network Engineer required by a leading network consulting organisation to deliver enterprise-scale datacentre transformation projects for high-profile customers across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy, working with cutting-edge Cisco and Arista technologies to design, implement and support modern datacentre network infrastructures. You will be responsible for the design and delivery of complex datacentre networking solutions across multiple customer environments, working closely with architects, project teams and customer stakeholders. This is a hands-on technical role suited to an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex networking challenges and delivering enterprise-scale infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities * Design and implement modern datacentre network solutions * Deploy Cisco Nexus (NX-OS) and Arista EOS environments * Design and support VXLAN EVPN fabrics * Deliver network migrations, upgrades and greenfield deployments * Produce High-Level and Low-Level Design documentation (HLD/LLD) * Perform testing, validation and implementation activities * Provide technical leadership throughout project delivery * Work directly with enterprise customers and technical stakeholders Essential Skills * Strong Datacentre Networking experience * Cisco Nexus (NX-OS) * Arista EOS * VXLAN EVPN * Spine-Leaf architecture * Enterprise datacentre network design * Routing and switching (BGP, OSPF) * Network implementation and troubleshooting * Excellent customer-facing communication skills Desirable Skills * Cisco ACI * Automation using Python or Ansible * NetBox or other Source of Truth platforms * Network validation tools * MPLS * Multicast * Cloud connectivity * Infrastructure as Code Certifications (one or more of the following would be advantageous) * CCNP Enterprise * CCNP Data Centre * Arista ACE-P * CCIE (Enterprise or Data Centre) What's on Offer * Work for a leading network consultancy * High-profile enterprise and datacentre projects * Exposure to the latest Cisco and Arista technologies * Hybrid working * Excellent career progression * Ongoing investment in training and certifications * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package If you are an experienced Datacentre Network Engineer with strong Cisco Nexus, Arista EOS, and VXLAN EVPN experience looking to work on technically challenging enterprise projects, we'd like to hear from you. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Demystifying application networking in the cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/675-demystifying-application-networking-in-the-cloud) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)