Lead Engineer System Engineering (Switching)

Job description

• Initial deployments of new enterprise switching products, respective new technology, major feature roll outs.
• Stage the customer deployment in lab to replicate field scenarios and test the solution prior to field deployment.
• Design and implement enterprise switching systems and networks.
• Responsible for RFI/RFP.
• Develop High level customer design HLD and able to prepare LLD (Low Level design).
• Handle product demonstrations, lab and field Proof of Concepts (POCs).
• Prepare test plans for POCs, demos and carry out internal testing of the same.
• Be the Subject Matter Expert on product capabilities and network solutions.
• Work with the SE team to prepare and enhance solution documents based on lab validation.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, SR, RSTP, MSTP, ERPS, Virtual Chassis etc.).
• Optimize network performance and ensure high availability.
• Interact with diverse teams like RD, Product Management and Sales team to understand the customer requirements.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration with other systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network issues with NSG TAC Team.
• Develop and implement network security measures.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Mandatory skills:

• Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols and network architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Thorough knowledge of L2 switching, IPv4 and IPv6 routing.
• Should be well versed in IP routing protocols like OSPF, ISIS, BGP.
• Should be an expert in resiliency mechanism like VRRP, stacking etc and the application of same to networks.
• Should have expertise in enterprise features like 802.1x, ACL, port security, DHCP, ARP, Voice VLAN etc .
• Understanding and design aspects of LAG, xSTP and ERPS.
• Should have customer interaction experience.
• Should be willing to travel domestic and abroad.

Desired skills:

• Certification Switching (CCNP, CCIE-ENT, JNCIE-ENT/DC, etc.).
• Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: 6 to 10 yrs experience from Telecommunication or Networking background.
• Education: Tech/BE (CSE/ECE) or any other equivalent degree.
• Strong knowledge of routing and switching protocols and network architecture.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement :

• Tejas Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating all-inclusive environment for all employees.
• We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of race color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or veteran status.
• Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to ensure every employee feels valued and respected.