Typically requires BSc Computer Science or equivalent plus 5-8 years of relevant work experience. Advanced degree strongly preferred.
Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCIE etc.) would be highly desirable.
REQUIRED SKILLS
[Must have and should meet all the below standards for qualifying to this role]
Experience with at least 3 product lines like Catalyst 9000/6500/4500/3850/6800. Engineer must be experienced in and have internal product and/or Architecture knowledge.
Experience with at least one - Nexus 7K/5K/2K product lines will be an added advantage.
Working knowledge and experience BGP, OSPF, ISIS, IP/MPLS, QoS, Multicast is a definite plus.
Experience Implementing /Supporting Layer 2, Layer 3 implementations will be key.
Hands-on experience in Installation, Configuration and troubleshooting and/or Network Solution designing of Cisco Routers and switches.
Executing Migration windows and migration projects will be a plus.
Must have hands-on experience of 5-7 years on Cisco (CSCO) products
A good communications skill is a must. Must have a demonstrated ability to relate to customer representatives at various levels.
Must have good technical writing skills and have experience in writing test and implementation / Migration plans.
Skills and experience in working independently.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork needed
DESIRED SKILLS
[Good to have or value add to this role]
Experience on at least 2 product lines like CRS-1/CRS-3, GSR 12000, 7600, ASR9K/ASR1K a plus.
Knowledge with at least one competitor platform - Nortel, Juniper, ALU a plus.
Knowledge of Virtualization (VMware, Openstack, Tail-f) technologies is desirable.
Strong hands-on experience in scripting with Tcl/Expect, Python Java and Perl is desirable.
Design solutions for low to medium-complex requirements on the RS solutions
Design awareness on the SDA/SD-WAN solution
Capability to lead design conversations and workshops with the customer and prepare high level and low-level design.