Job Description

Overview:

SDN Expert EngineerLead the end-to-end design, deployment, and management of SD-WAN and SASE solutions. Collaborate across teams and vendors to troubleshoot and optimize large-scale network infrastructure. Deliver multi-cloud connectivity using AWS, Azure, GCP, and edge devices. Interface with global customers for architecture decisions and escalations. Ensure secure and high-performance routing, switching, and firewall configurations. Leverage tools like Python, Ansible, and Terraform for network automation. Document changes and follow ITIL-based processes for operational excellence. Train junior engineers and drive technology adoption across teams. Maintain hands-on expertise with Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and VeloCloud platforms. Stay ahead with certifications (CCNA/CCNP, Juniper, VMware SD-WAN) to support cutting-edge deployments.

Responsibilities:

SDN Expert Engineer - Roles and Responsibilities

A SDN Expert Engineer leads the design, deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization of advanced networking solutions across enterprise and cloud environments. This role demands deep platform knowledge, operational excellence, and customer-facing agility to deliver high-impact results on large-scale networks.

Core Responsibilities

Collaborate across teams to gather and analyze customer architecture and network requirements Standardize technical assessments of legacy, hybrid, and cloud-native environments Design and deploy greenfield and brownfield SDWAN solutions across on-prem, AWS, Azure, and GCP Lead infrastructure transformation using ACI, SDN, and SASE technologies Front-end escalation bridge calls as network team representative Drive incident and change management across production environments Work directly with vendors and service providers to ensure timely issue resolution Lead project delivery end-to-end, including planning, execution, documentation, and team training

Platform & Technology Proficiency

Hands-on experience with Cisco SDWAN, Velocloud, Versa, Fortinet, Zscaler, Palo Alto, Juniper (vSRX, NFX250/350) Strong proficiency in deploying and operating corporate LAN, WAN, and security architectures Extensive experience with Cisco Routers (ASR/ISR), Switches (6500/4500/3850), Fortinet and Palo Alto firewalls, and WLC operations Skilled in Routing protocols (Static, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP - iBGP/eBGP) and Switching (VTP/STP) Experience with Cisco ISE, VNFs, and network virtualization platforms Solid foundation in infrastructure automation using Python, Ansible, Terraform Demonstrated experience with Change Management and ITIL-aligned processes Familiarity with Ericsson networking technologies is an advantage

Leadership, Communication & Documentation

Ability to interpret client needs and provide strategic network solutions Train junior staff and guide team members on emerging technologies Communicate effectively at global scale with internal and external stakeholders Document changes, architecture decisions, risk mitigations, and operational learnings Maintain accurate records and deliver on deadlines and targets Actively participate in on-call rotation and service continuity support

Certifications & Qualities

CCIE / JNCP / JNCIE / Velocloud SDWAN ITIL qualification preferred Self-motivated, solution-driven, and optimistic in approach Capable of making architectural-level decisions and adapting strategies based on network dynamics
Requirements:
Ability to communicate effectively and build relationships to understand client requirements Accurate recording of information A self-motivated attitude Ability to deliver against deadlines and agreed targets Participation in the on-call rota * CCIE / JNCP / JNCIE / Velocloud SDWAN