Job Description :
- Network Design & Standardization : Develop and implement a standardized switch architecture to enhance performance, scalability, and operational efficiency across data centers.
- Routing & Switching Optimization : Configure and manage Arista switches, leveraging BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, MLAG, and QoS to optimize data flow and redundancy.
- Security & Compliance : Implement and enforce best practices for network security, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and corporate policies.
- Migration & Implementation : Lead network migration projects, ensuring smooth transitions from legacy systems to standardized Arista-based infrastructure.
- Troubleshooting & Performance Monitoring : Proactively identify and resolve network issues using Arista CloudVision, telemetry, and automation tools.
- Infrastructure Lifecycle Management : Identify, assess, and replace end-of-life (EOL) and end-of-support (EOS) Arista switches, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Automation & Scripting : Utilize Python, Ansible, or other automation frameworks to streamline network deployments and maintenance.
- Collaboration & Documentation : Work closely with cross-functional teams, providing technical guidance while maintaining accurate documentation of configurations and policies.
Essential Skills : 1. Arista Networking Expertise
Deep knowledge of Arista EOS, CloudVision (CVP), and Arista hardware platforms.Experience with Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation (MLAG), VXLAN / EVPN, and Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP).2. Routing & SwitchingStrong experience with BGP, OSPF and redistribution route tags for dynamic routing in enterprise and data center environments.Proficiency in Layer 2 / 3 switching, VLANs, STP, and QoS policies.3. Network Infrastructure Lifecycle ManagementExperience in identifying, planning, and replacing unsupported (EOL / EOS) network hardware.Ability to assess risks, design migration strategies, and implement upgrades with minimal disruption.4. Network Automation & ScriptingFamiliarity with Python, Ansible, and Terraform for automating deployments and configurations.Understanding of APIs and scripting for network automation in large-scale environments.5. Troubleshooting & Performance MonitoringStrong problem-solving skills using Arista CloudVision, telemetry, and network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk, Wireshark ( gNMI ).Ability to diagnose and resolve complex routing, switching, and security issues.6. Security & ComplianceKnowledge of ACLs, firewall policies, segmentation strategies, and best practices for securing network infrastructure.Experience ensuring compliance with financial, healthcare, or industry-specific regulations (e.g., PCI-DSS, ISO 27001).Desirable Skills : Beneficial Skills (Desired Skills) : Certifications (Preferred, but not mandatory)
Arista Certified Engineer (ACE L3 / 5)Cisco CCNP / CCIE (Enterprise infrastructure or routing and switching)CVP Skillsets