Sr. Network Engineer - Data Center Arista
Overview
You will design, implement, test, and support large-scale LAN/WAN/Data Center network solutions using Arista and Cisco platforms. Reporting to the network manager, you will collaborate with security, systems, and application teams to deliver high-availability infrastructure. This hybrid role in Charlotte, NC or Irving, TX starts as a 6+ month contract with potential extension. You will own network changes from planning through validation, with a focus on BGP and OSPF in a multi-vendor environment.
What You'll Do10
- 1Design and implement Arista and Cisco switches and routers for Data Center and campus networks, delivering high-availability connectivity.
- 2Configure and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, and static routing across 10G and 100G links to ensure optimal path selection.
- 3Deploy and manage VXLAN and EVPN overlays for network segmentation and workload mobility.
- 4Implement and maintain QoS policies, ensuring low-latency for mission-critical applications.
- 5Collaborate with security teams to enforce ACLs and firewall rules, aligning with compliance standards.
- 6Lead network maintenance windows, executing changes with zero downtime and rollback plans.
- 7Produce and maintain network diagrams and documentation using Visio or NetBox.
- 8Troubleshoot complex network incidents, performing packet captures and Wireshark analysis to root cause.
- 9Automate repetitive network tasks using Python or Ansible for configuration and validation.
- 10Support DDoS mitigation strategies, analyzing traffic patterns and adjusting BGP communities.
Requirements9
- 15+ years designing and supporting enterprise Data Center networks with Arista and Cisco gear.
- 2Expert-level knowledge of BGP, OSPF, and MPLS with hands-on troubleshooting in production environments.
- 3Proven experience with VXLAN and EVPN overlay architectures.
- 4Strong understanding of QoS, IPsec VPNs, and network security best practices.
- 5Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools like SolarWinds or PRTG.
- 6Ability to lead migration projects from Cisco to Arista without service disruption.
- 7Excellent documentation and communication skills, able to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- 8CCNP or CCIE certification preferred, with Arista ACE a plus.
- 9Willingness to participate in on-call rotation and occasional weekend maintenance windows.
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