Core Network Engineer-Azure

A Network Engineer plays a critical role in the design, deployment, and maintenance of network infrastructure within data center environments. This position involves hands-on work with network buildouts, configuring network elements to ensure proper traffic flow, and managing test setups in lab environments. The engineer will be responsible for troubleshooting network issues, gathering and analyzing test data to identify root causes, and preparing detailed test reports. Collaboration with various stakeholders and data center services (DCS) teams is essential to ensure smooth network operations and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities
- Configure, deploy, and maintain network equipment in data center and lab environments.
- Build and manage network test setups, including traffic generators and baseline configurations.
- Troubleshoot network issues and perform root cause analysis based on test data.
- Collect, analyze, and report on network performance and test results.
- Work closely with stakeholders and DCS teams to align network deployments with business requirements.
- Manage change control processes and ensure adherence to network policies and standards.
- Oversee firewall management and ensure network security compliance.

Required Qualifications
- CCNP certification or equivalent level of networking expertise is mandatory.
- Strong knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, EBGP, MPLS, RSVP with Traffic Engineering, and VXLAN. Practical experience in troubleshooting these protocols is essential; design experience is a plus.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in network buildouts and deployments within data center environments.
- Hands-on experience with data center switches and routers from vendors such as Arista, Cisco, and Juniper.
- Proficiency with one or more network operating systems, including EOS, NXOS, IOS, JUNOS, and SONiC.
- Solid understanding of Layer 2 protocols such as VLAN, Ethernet, and bridging.
- Basic coding skills in Python scripting; familiarity with PowerShell scripting is also beneficial.
- Strong network troubleshooting skills and experience with change management processes.
- Experience in firewall management and network security practices.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Benefits
- Previous experience working with Microsoft technologies is considered an advantage.
- Exposure to network design principles and advanced traffic engineering concepts is beneficial.

This role demands a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can effectively manage complex network environments and collaborate across teams to ensure high availability and performance of network services.