Sr Network Engineer

Role: Devnet Engineer

Mode: Hybrid (3 days from office)

Location : Mumbai

Work Timings: 9:00am to 5:00pm IST Mon to Friday (No on-call/ OT or weekend work)

Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Developer with expertise in network automation, and application development. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining network automation solutions, as well as implementing and enhancing applications. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and secure network operations and deliver high-quality software solutions. The candidate should also possess good presentation and analytical skills to manage IT network operations and to ensure efficient operations delivery.

Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement network automation solutions:

· 7-9 years of experience in Architecture, design and engineering of automation for zero-touch-provisioning and network device configuration management.

· Drive automation at all stages of software development, release, and operations.

· Provide advanced expertise in the development of network test, validation and integration plans on projects and assurance of network integrity.

· Effectively communicate engineering solutions through detailed high and low-level diagrams.

· Participate in conversations with various teams to brainstorm for new ideas and ways to improve network automation.

· Design and develop automation scripts, tools, and frameworks to automate network provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring tasks.

· Collaborate with network engineers and system administrators to understand requirements and develop automation workflows that improve operational efficiency.

· Integrate network automation solutions with existing infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and seamless operation.

· Conduct thorough testing of automation solutions to validate their effectiveness and reliability.

· Monitor and maintain the performance and stability of the network automation systems.

Design, develop, and enhance applications:

· Work closely with business stakeholders and end-users to gather requirements for application development projects.

Provide technical guidance and support:

· Assist in defining technical strategies, architecture, and roadmaps for network automation and application development.

· Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers and team members, fostering their professional growth and knowledge in Devnet practices.

· Stay up to date with emerging technologies, trends, and industry best practices related to network automation, application development, and security.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, system administrators, and security professionals, to address complex technical challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. (Master's degree preferred)

· Proven work experience as a Developer, with a focus on network automation and application development. 5+ years of professional experience in large enterprise or carrier space

· Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols (TCP/IP, SNMP, DNS, etc.), and security principles.

Experience developing and integrating applications Technical Skills:

· Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.

· Solid experience in network automation using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.

· Knowledge of databases, SQL, and data modeling.

· Familiarity with software development methodologies, version control systems (Git, SVN), and Agile practices.

Personal Skills and Qualities:

· Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

· Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

· Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.

· Proactive and self-motivated with a passion for learning and staying updated with new technologies.

If you suits for this position and interested, pls apply with the following details -

1. Notice Period:
2. Current CTC:
3. Expected CTC:
4. Open for Mumbai location & 3 days in a week WFO (Y/N):
5. Any offers in Hand (Y/N):

We are looking networking professionals with the following skill set,

Experience :6+ years of experience in the networking domain

Key skills:

• Must have 6+ years of experience in C/C++ programming language.
• Knowledge of Go programming language and Python programming language is a big plus.
• Strong background in L4-L7 Internet Protocols TCP, HTTP, HTTP2, GRPC and HTTPS/SSL/TLS.
• Background in Internet security related products such as Web Application Firewalls, API Security Gateways, Reverse Proxies and Forward Proxies
• Proven knowledge of Linux kernel internals (process scheduler, memory management, etc.)
• Experience with eBPF is a plus.
• Hands-on experience in cloud architectures (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, distributed systems) with continuous delivery
• Familiar with containerization solutions like Docker/Kubernetes etc.
• Familiar with server less technologies such as AWS Lambda.
• Exposure to machine learning technologies and distributed systems is a plus

• Preparing Scope of Work and Project Plans for the Solution.
• Preparing High Level & Low Level designs as per proposed Solution.
• Design and Implementation of Routing and Switching technologies.
• Design and implementation of Data Centers on SDN technologies e.g. Cisco ACI, VMware NSX.
• Campus LAN and Wireless design, Implementation and Troubleshooting.
• Design and implementation of software defined campus network e.g. Cisco DNA, SD-Access
• Design, Implementation of WAN, and SDWAN Technologies.
• Hands on experience on WAN optimization technologies.
• Troubleshooting and repairing network issues, as well as developing, applying
• Hands on experience on WAN optimization technologies.
• Troubleshooting and repairing network issues, as well as developing, applying and enforcing best practices and policies
• Monitoring and performing routine tests on an assigned system and reporting results.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvements
• Contributing and producing regular status reports as required
• Provide resolution to project or customer issues, following proper escalation procedures, in a timely fashion
• Create project documentation and procedures
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and experience of ITIL based service processes: Incident Management, Change Management, Release Management, Problem Management, etc.

• Support for Incident and Request management tasks as assigned.
• Administration and understanding of the following network services to support Incident and Request tasks as assigned:
• Palo Alto Firewalls
• LAN Routing and Switching
• Microsoft Azure Networking – Vnets, Express Route, Vnet Peering, VPN Gateways
• LAN to LAN VPN Tunnels
• Arista Network devices
• Work with Networking Monitoring tools such as one or more of the following: Solar Winds, Splunk, Prime, NetMRI, Nagios
• Work directly with telecom carriers and Network infrastructure maintenance providers as needed, such as Verizon, Tata, Bharti, and Cisco.
• Maximize network performance by monitoring performance, troubleshooting network problems and outages, scheduling upgrades, and collaborating with network architects on network optimization
• Supports routing and switching and work on BGP, OSPF protocols
• Support China retail store infrastructure and data center through on-call rotations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate or above
• 6-7 years experience in LAN/WAN Routing including 2 or more years of LAN/WAN Administration experience within a multi-platform technical environment.
• In-depth understanding of voice and/or data technologies and subject matter expert in at least one area.
• Cisco Certified or equivalent combination of knowledge and experience.
• Understanding on IPsec, VPNs, GRE, NAT/PAT over varied platforms
• Expert knowledge of all LAN switching technologies eg Spanning Tree, VLAN management, and VTP concepts on Cisco, Nexus, and Arista
• Good understanding of MPLS routing and OSPF routing