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# Network Engineer - Data Center (Cisco NexArista)

- **Company:** Avila IT
- **Location:** Rockdale, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Border Gateway Protocol, Big Data, Data Centers, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Network Troubleshooting, Network Layer, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Routing, Cisco Nexus Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Performance Tuning, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Data Center Networking, Routing & Switching
- **Published:** September 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f149eaef-b10e-4df4-9472-24b4279a6322

## About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Network Engineer to join a mission-critical infrastructure team supporting a large-scale data center environment in Rockdale, TX. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Cisco Nexus, Arista, and enterprise data center networking, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment., * 5+ years of Data Center Networking experience.

 * Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switches.
 * Strong experience with Arista networking solutions.
 * Solid understanding of:
 + TCP/IP
 + VLANs
 + BGP, OSPF, EIGRP
 + STP, VPC, VXLAN (preferred)
 + Network troubleshooting and performance optimization
 * Experience supporting mission-critical production environments.
 * Ability to work onsite five days a week in Rockdale, TX.
 * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills., * CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE Certification.
 * Experience in enterprise or hyperscale data center environments.
 * Knowledge of automation or scripting is a plus.

## Description

* Design, implement, and maintain large-scale, high-availability data center network infrastructures.
 * Configure, troubleshoot, and optimize Cisco Nexus and Arista switching platforms.
 * Manage and support Layer 2/Layer 3 networking, routing, and switching technologies.
 * Ensure seamless connectivity across servers, storage, and network infrastructure.
 * Perform network monitoring, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional infrastructure and operations teams.
 * Maintain documentation for network configurations, procedures, and changes.
 * Independently manage day-to-day operational activities with minimal supervision.