Network Engineer

Job#: 3017826

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Network Engineer

Location: Prefer Onsite (Salisbury, NC or Greenville, SC) - Remote Work Also Available

Employment Type: Contractor

Not to exceed Bill Rate: $100/hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our team as a contractor. This role will primarily focus on the design, implementation, and support of Arista data center networking, including spine/leaf fabric, CloudVision, and ZTP/ZTX. The ideal candidate will also have working knowledge of Cisco Nexus and Cisco ACI to support hybrid environments. Strong experience in network automation and policy frameworks is essential. Additional knowledge of other networking technologies is a plus but not required.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, deployment, and maintenance of Arista spine/leaf data center fabric.

Configure and manage Arista EOS, CloudVision, and ZTP/ZTX for automated provisioning and policy enforcement.

Support Cisco Nexus and ACI environments as needed for interoperability and migration efforts.

Implement network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform.

Evaluate and test network systems to identify and resolve performance issues.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business and technical requirements.

Maintain documentation of network configurations, procedures, and standards.

Monitor network performance and provide timely support for incidents and outages.

Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in network engineering, preferably in a senior or lead role.

Expert-level knowledge of Arista data center switching, including CloudVision, ZTP/ZTX, and spine/leaf architecture.

Solid experience with Cisco Nexus and ACI platforms.

Proficiency in network automation and scripting.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and under general supervision.

Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills:

Certifications such as Arista ACE, CCNP, or CCIE.

Knowledge of SDN, EVPN/VXLAN, VPN, and other advanced networking technologies.

What are the primary projects or initiatives this contractor will support in the first 6-12 months? - - PR01504, PRJ01793, PRJ01892

Will the role focus more on design, implementation, or troubleshooting of network infrastructure?

Design and implementation 80% troubleshooting 20%

What percentage of work will involve data center technologies (Cisco ACI, Nexus 9K, Arista) versus traditional LAN/WAN?

80%

Are there any specific BGP configurations or routing scenarios the candidate should be experienced with?

CCIE level candidate with over 7 years experience in BGP

What is the current network architecture (e.g., spine-leaf, EVPN/VXLAN overlays) and what upgrades or changes are planned?

Setting up and migrating workloads to Arista Spine leaf architecture, Creating a new DCI infrastructure

Which network monitoring and automation tools are currently in use (e.g., Ansible, Python, ExtraHop, Gigamon)?

Gigamon and Extrahop will be deployed, Solarwinds currently in place.

Is there any SD-WAN or cloud networking integration planned that the candidate should be familiar with?

What does success look like for this role in the first 90 days?

Analyze the current BGP routing deployment, identify issues and provide recommendations

Are there any critical certifications or additional skills beyond CCIE that would make a candidate stand out?

None

Will the contractor be expected to mentor junior engineers or strictly focus on technical execution?

partially Mentor but mainly focus on technical executions

Will this role be remote? If so, do you prefer the candidate to be located near a specific site or region?

Remote, should be able to work on EST zone.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.