ACI Network Engineer - Cisco Datacenter (8-11 yrs)

Job Description - ACI Network Engineer.

System Soft Technologies is a premier technology company providing exceptional consulting services and solutions that drive innovation, enhance business value, and boost competitiveness. For over 25 years, we have built trusted partnerships with our clients, helping us grow into a $200MM+ enterprise.

With the collective resources of over 1,200 associates covering the full spectrum of IT expertise, we anticipate and meet the unique needs of our clients, consistently delivering exceptional quality that exceeds expectations.

Job Summary :

Client is looking for ACI Network Engineer and this is remote position from India.

Responsibilities :

- Assist in building out a new ACI and SONiC fabrics.

- Design, Configure, and Deploy Cisco Nexus (ACI) and 8K Series Routers (SONiC).

- Research, evaluate, design, implement, and maintain system and product solutions, applying knowledge of Data Center Network engineering principles.

- Provide Tier lll technical support for Cisco technologies (ACI; NXOS; FTD; SONiC; Network Load Balancers).

- Automate and perform daily operational duties supporting the Data Center Network Infrastructure.

- Develop and maintain advanced functional knowledge of evolving IT engineering industry technologies/competition, concepts, and trends.

Required Skills and Experience :

- 8+ Years of experience.

- Expertise configuring Cisco Data Center network products.

- Experience implementing, troubleshooting, and automating Data Center Network solutions.

- Tier lll escalation support experience in a Data Center environment.

- Experience working with Cisco Nexus - 7K, 9K; Cisco Silicon One 8K Series Routers 8100, 8200, 8600, 8800.

- Expert executing basic Network Routing Protocols like OSPF, BGP, EVPN and working knowledge of IS-IS (Integrated Intermediate System-to-Intermediate System) for ACI.

- Knowledge of VLAN or MACsec (Media Access Control security).

- Solid understanding of the Data Center industry, products, and protocols.

- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology or the equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

- Advanced verbal and written communication skills.

- Effective organizational, planning and time management skills.

Nice to Have :

- Experience with open-source network operating systems SONiC OS.

- Working knowledge of SAI (Switch Abstraction Interface).

- CCNP or CCIE Certification.

SONiC and SAI :

SAI (Switch Abstraction Interface) defines generic, object-based CRUD APIs for switching silicon configuration and monitoring. Sonic is an open-source network operating system based on Linux.

From a high-level perspective, SONiC architecture consists of a bunch of networking applications that run independently in dedicated Docker containers that use Redis as an information source that shares about configuration and the system's current state.

Why System Soft Technologies :

At System Soft Technologies, we are united by diversity, inclusion, transparency, respect, integrity, and a deep passion for our clients and team members. Our growth is fuelled by your professional development as we collaborate, share ideas, innovate, and invest in our future together.

By building meaningful partnerships with our people, we embrace a common purpose to amplify ambitions, expand horizons, and exceed our goals.

This synergy keeps us agile, ahead of the competition, and leaders in our industry. Our continued success starts with you. System Soft Technologies is a proud equal employment opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.