Senior Network Engineer

Job role: Network Engineer

Client: HCL Tech

Role Overview

Design, implement, and optimize enterprise network solutions.

Focus on SD-WAN (Velocloud) or any SDWAN, Cisco LAN/Wireless, Data Center networking (NDFC), F5 load balancers, and Azure cloud connectivity.

Deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing network architectures.

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Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design

o Develop end-to-end network architecture for LAN, WAN, Wireless, and Data Center.

o Create scalable designs integrating SD-WAN Velocloud, Cisco networking, and Azure connectivity.

Implementation & Optimization

o Deploy and configure Cisco LAN/Wireless, NDFC, and F5 BIG-IP.

o Ensure seamless integration between on-prem and cloud environments.

Security & Compliance

o Apply network security best practices.

o Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Performance & Reliability

o Optimize network performance and troubleshoot complex issues.

o Provide capacity planning and high-availability strategies.

Collaboration & Leadership

o Work with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams.

o Mentor engineers and contribute to network standards.

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Required Skills & Experience

Core Networking: Cisco LAN/Wireless, Data Center (Nexus, NDFC).

SD-WAN: VMware Velocloud hands-on experience.

Load Balancing: F5 BIG-IP expertise.

Cloud Connectivity: Azure networking (ExpressRoute, VPN, Virtual WAN).

Protocols: BGP, OSPF, VXLAN, EVPN.

Certifications (Preferred): CCNP/CCIE, VMware SD-WAN, F5 Certified, Azure Network Engineer Associate.

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Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Ability to lead projects and work in cross-functional teams.