Data Center Engineer

Job Title: Data Center Engineer (Cisco, Arista & F5)

Location: Noida, India

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience: 5+ Years

Notice Period: Immediate Joiner Preferred

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Data Center Engineer with expertise in Cisco, Arista, and F5 network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance data center networks, ensuring optimal uptime, security, and scalability. This role requires hands-on experience in routing, switching, security, load balancing, and automation within a data center environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage Cisco and Arista networking solutions within the data center.

• Configure and troubleshoot BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN, and MPLS networks.

• Implement and manage F5 BIG-IP load balancers, including LTM, GTM, ASM, and APM modules.

• Monitor and optimize data center network performance, ensuring high availability and low latency.

• Perform regular firmware upgrades, patches, and configuration backups.

• Work with firewalls, load balancers, and security appliances to secure data center environments.

• Automate network tasks using Python, Ansible, or other automation tools.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support cloud and hybrid network architectures.

• Troubleshoot network issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions.

• Document network configurations, policies, and troubleshooting procedures.

• Ensure compliance with industry best practices, security policies, and regulatory standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience working in a data center networking environment.

• Strong expertise in Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, and Arista EOS platforms.

• Hands-on experience with F5 BIG-IP load balancers (LTM, GTM, ASM, APM).

• In-depth knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, VLANs, STP, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.

• Experience with VXLAN, EVPN, and Spine-Leaf architectures.

• Proficiency in network automation using Python, Ansible, or Terraform.

• Hands-on experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios).

• Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud environments.

• Strong troubleshooting skills with packet analysis tools like Wireshark and tcpdump.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Certifications like CCNP, CCIE (Cisco), Arista ACE, F5-CTS, or equivalent are preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with network security (firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs).

• Knowledge of SDN solutions and Software-Defined Data Centers (SDDC).

• Understanding of DevOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines for network automation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge data center technologies.

• Professional development & certification reimbursement.

• Flexible work environment and collaborative culture.

If you are a skilled Data Center Engineer with a passion for networking and immediate availability, we invite you to apply and be part of our dynamic team!

Industries: Civic & Social Organization, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering