Data Center Engineer Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Data Center Engineer to join our global team.
This role is best suited for experts with deep expertise in Cisco Nexus technologies and a proven ability to design, optimize, and secure large-scale enterprise datacenter networks.
As a key technical contributor, you will be responsible for ensuring network resiliency, scalability, and operational efficiency in complex environments, while driving innovation through automation and modern datacenter practices.
Main Responsibilities :
- Analyze and design advanced datacenter networking solutions built on Cisco Nexus platforms (NX-OS, Nexus 5K / 7K; Nexus 9K exposure is a plus).
- Configure and troubleshoot advanced Cisco datacenter technologies, including :
- vPC for high availability and load balancing
- Overlay Transport Virtualization ( OTV ) for Layer 2 extension
- FabricPath for scalable and resilient Layer 2 networking
- Evaluate the continuous availability, security, and performance of datacenter network infrastructure.
- Perform capacity planning , proactive monitoring, and performance optimization.
- Leverage automation and scripting (Python preferred) to streamline operations, reduce manual intervention, and enhance operational consistency.
- Contribute to incident management, root cause analysis, and change control processes.
- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including network topology, configurations, and operational procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to align solutions with enterprise standards and best practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications :
Strong hands-on expertise with Cisco Nexus platforms (NX-OS, Nexus 5K / 7K; Nexus 9K desirable).In-depth knowledge of vPC, OTV, and FabricPath technologies.Solid understanding of Layer 2 / 3 networking protocols, datacenter topologies, and enterprise-class environments.Proficiency in Python scripting or equivalent programming for automation and network optimization.CCIE Datacenter / Enterprise certification (preferred) or equivalent extensive real-world experience.Benefits :
Familiarity with network automation / orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Netmiko, Nornir).Knowledge of network virtualization and emerging datacenter technologies (VXLAN, EVPN, SDN).Experience in client-facing or managed services roles supporting mission-critical environments.Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.Ability to work independently and effectively across global, distributed teams.Others :