> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3744280-design-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3744280-design-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Design Engineer

- **Company:** GDH Consulting
- **Location:** Plano, TX, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,640.0 - $124,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Big Data, Data Centers, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Ansible, Wide Area Networks, System Availability, Routing & Switching, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/60107195-design-engineer

## About the Role

* 10+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering, with extensive design expertise.
 * Proven success designing and implementing large data centers, migrations, and enterprise LAN/WAN networks.
 * Strong knowledge of VXLAN / EVPN fabric design, spine-leaf architectures, and multi-vendor environments.
 * Ability to clearly communicate design principles, architecture decisions, and trade-offs to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Experience working in complex, multi-vendor enterprise environments, with a focus on scalability and high availability.
 * CCIE certification (Data Center, Routing & Switching) or equivalent expert level certification preferred.
 * Advanced Arista certifications (e.g., L4 or higher) preferred.
 * Exposure to network automation tools such as Ansible, Python, or templated design approaches is desirable.
 * Strong documentation skills and the ability to manage stakeholder expectations effectively.
 * Must be legally authorized to work in the designated location or remotely as specified.

## Description

A Network Design Engineer is responsible for designing and delivering large-scale enterprise network infrastructure solutions. This role involves developing scalable, resilient, and well-documented data center and enterprise network architectures. The position requires deep technical expertise in data center design, migrations, and LAN/WAN environments, with an emphasis on collaboration with implementation teams and stakeholders to ensure successful deployment and operational excellence., * Design and validate large-scale Data Center network architectures, including VXLAN-based spine-leaf fabrics (EVPN).

 * Develop High Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) aligned with enterprise standards and business requirements.
 * Lead or contribute to data center build-outs, technology refreshes, and migration initiatives.
 * Design and support enterprise LAN/WAN architectures for large, distributed environments.
 * Prepare detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) and implementation guidelines to facilitate deployment.
 * Review and validate network designs through technical discussions and design reviews with relevant teams.
 * Work across multi-vendor platforms, including Arista EOS and Cisco, ensuring optimal integration and performance.
 * Apply expertise in routing, switching, resiliency, high availability, and scalability to ensure robust network designs.
 * Collaborate with implementation engineers, operations teams, vendors, and architects to translate requirements into effective solutions.
 * Maintain comprehensive design documentation and technical artifacts to support ongoing and future network initiatives.