Sr. Data Center Network Engineer
GDH
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A senior data center network engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable and highly available network fabrics within data center environments. This role requires deep expertise in Cisco Nexus platforms, VXLAN, EVPN architectures, and advanced networking technologies. The senior engineer will lead the configuration, validation, and troubleshooting of complex data center networks to ensure optimal performance and seamless integration with existing infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Configure and deploy Cisco Nexus 9000 (N9K) switches for data center environments.
- Build and manage VXLAN/EVPN fabrics utilizing Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC).
- Perform base network configurations including VLANs, trunking, VPC, and LACP.
- Configure and validate Layer 2/Layer 3 services such as SVIs and routing protocols (OSPF).
- Implement VRFs, tenant policies, and overlay networks to support multi-tenant environments.
- Design, configure, and validate spine-leaf architecture and fabric connectivity.
- Ensure proper integration of network fabrics with upstream and downstream network components.
- Troubleshoot network issues and optimize network performance and connectivity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data center expansion and upgrades.
- Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures for ongoing maintenance.
Qualifications
- Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus 9000 (N9K) platforms.
- Strong knowledge of VXLAN and EVPN network architectures.
- Proven experience with Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC).
- Solid understanding of data center networking fundamentals and fabric design.
- Ability to configure and validate end-to-end network fabrics in complex environments.
- Experience with multi-site VXLAN or data center interconnect (preferred).
- Familiarity with automation or templating within NDFC (desirable).
- Cisco certifications such as CCNP Data Center or CCIE Data Center are preferred.
- Excellent troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work on-site in a fast paced data center environment.
Publishing Pay Range: $70.00 - $75.00 USD Hourly
This position is based in office and requires employee to work on-site.
- Dice Id: 10112156
- Position Id: 112369
- Posted 14 hours ago
Company Info
GDH is a technology workforce solutions provider committed to always giving and delivering more. Better talent. More client and consultant support. Greater service. World-class outcomes. Providing technology staffing, project solutions, and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), we will be able to deepen our understanding of your business challenges, stay up to date with industry trends, and enhance our ability to create custom solutions to help achieve your business outcomes. We have established ourselves as a trusted partner to countless businesses operating in the communications sector. Our primary goal is to source and recruit the most talented professionals, assemble teams of skilled specialists, create innovative recruitment and professional services strategies that drive growth and foster innovation.
GDH Benefits
GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.
GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, GDH Consulting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.
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