Switching Engineer

Job Title :

Switching Engineer – Junior

Location :

North Bangalore, India

Experience : 4–6 Years

Job Summary :

We are seeking a Switching Engineer (Junior Level) with 4–6 years of experience in managing and maintaining enterprise-level network switching infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in configuring, troubleshooting, and optimizing network switches, VLANs, and routing protocols to ensure high availability and performance. This role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on operational excellence and continuous network improvement.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Configure, implement, and maintain Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching solutions (Cisco, Juniper, or equivalent).
• Perform switch installations, upgrades, and patch management.
• Manage VLAN configurations, trunking, spanning tree, and EtherChannel setup.
• Monitor network performance, identify bottlenecks, and resolve connectivity issues.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software network issues related to switches and routers.
• Collaborate with Network Architects and Senior Engineers to optimize network design and scalability.
• Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for network outages.
• Maintain detailed network documentation including topology diagrams and configuration records.
• Ensure compliance with security and operational standards.
• Support network automation and monitoring tools to improve efficiency.

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About SMC Squared :

At SMC Squared, people are the foundation of our success. We help leading US and multinational companies accelerate digital transformation by building and managing Global Capability Centres with integrated, high-performing teams. Our people-first approach enables professionals to grow, contribute, and thrive in a collaborative environment.