Senior Network Engineer

1. Deployment & Operations * Deploy, configure, and maintain large-scale datacenter and POP network infrastructure * Work with Cisco (C9200, C9300X) and Palo Alto (PA5500) platforms * Ensure minimal user disruption during deployments, migrations, and upgrades * Support rack design, cabling, power planning, and hardware installation * Create rack elevations, floor layouts, port maps, and wiring diagrams * Manage asset lifecycle and inventory of networking equipment

2. Datacenter & POP Engineering * Design and implement datacenter network architecture * Work with colocation vendors, carriers, and facilities teams * Handle power, cooling, and capacity planning * Create Statements of Work (SOWs) for vendors * Ensure adherence to datacenter best practices

3. Troubleshooting & Incident Management * Perform deep-dive troubleshooting of complex L2/L3 issues * Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement permanent fixes * Diagnose failures across network devices, servers, and optical links * Escalate issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams

4. Network Automation * Develop automation using: * Python * Ansible * Terraform * Build scripts for: * Configuration management * Provisioning * Monitoring & remediation

5. Performance & Optimization * Monitor network performance and capacity * Identify bottlenecks and improve: * Latency * Throughput * Implement proactive optimizations

6. Security & Compliance * Manage firewalls and security policies (Palo Alto, Panorama) * Ensure compliance with security standards * Implement L2/L3 security best practices

7. Documentation & Process Improvement * Maintain accurate documentation: * IP/VLAN plans * Network diagrams * Change logs * Improve operational processes and automation * Manage RMA processes and vendor coordination, 1. Preparation Phase * Network design and planning * Hardware configuration and cabling support

8. Migration Phase * Execute phased migrations (cell-by-cell) * Ensure minimal disruption to users

9. BAU (Business as Usual) * Support new deployments * Troubleshoot issues * Manage VLANs and IP changes * Update firewall policies and documentation

Do you have experience in VLAN?, * 5-7+ years in enterprise/datacenter network engineering (L3+)

• Experience in large-scale infrastructure, ISP, cloud, or tech environments

Networking Expertise (L3+)

• Expert knowledge of:
• TCP/IP
• Routing protocols
• IPv4/IPv6
• Traffic analysis and packet capture

Networking Expertise (L2)

• Strong hands-on experience with:
• STP / RSTP / MSTP
• VLANs & Trunking
• EtherChannel / LAG
• VTP
• L2 security and stability

Datacenter & Hardware

• Hands-on with:
• Cisco IOS-XE (C9200, C9300X)
• Palo Alto PAN-OS
• Experience with:
• StackWise / StackWise Virtual
• Optical networking & fiber troubleshooting
• DWDM (preferred)

Automation & Systems

• Python scripting (must-have)
• Ansible (preferred)
• Linux OS proficiency
• API-based automation

Security

• Strong knowledge of:
• Firewalls
• Network security practices
• Palo Alto Panorama

Certifications

• CCNP (Mandatory / Strongly Preferred)
• CCNA / JNCIA / RHCT (plus), * Experience with monitoring tools:
• Zabbix, PRTG
• Exposure to:
• Virtualization
• Storage systems
• Strong understanding of:
• Fiber optics (cabling, connectors, patch panels)
• Experience working with:
• Global teams
• Service providers and colocation facilities, * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced global environment
• Willingness to travel (10-30%)
• Ability to handle physical tasks (lifting equipment if needed)

$24 - $27 an hour - Full-time, Contract