(Engineering | Level 5 (USD))

We are looking for a Networks Engineer (SME) to join our team, The broad knowledge of all major topics is critical. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience in the enterprise environment (preferably in a Financial Services Firm), Technology vendor or systems integrator in the role of designing or implementing and providing operational support to the large scale networks. Ability to work both independently and as a team member is essential. Strong communication and presentation skills are imperative to be able explain network design, articulate risk, and facilitate decision making.
Expert Level Technical Skills Required
Ethernet technologies: STP, 802.1Q, VPC, Multilayer Switching; Leaf-Spine IP Fabric
IP Routing: RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP
VxLAN
Platform knowledge on Cisco Switching & Routing Platforms
Platform Knowledge on Arista Switching platforms
Familiarity with JIRA for project and task management, specifically work in Agile.

Skills Desired:
Ability to use Microsoft applications with strong presentation skills using Canva, Powerpoint
Proficient in UNIX or Linux
Experience with scripting / automation using Python / Ansible is a strong plus.
Wireshark, Infoblox, HPNA, Splunk, Sevone, Ansible is a plus
Good to have some cloud and wireless knowledge
Strong sense of security concept include defense in depth, zero trust networking, least privilege principle, risks and controls.

Additionally, the ideal candidate should be
Flexible and adaptable to meet the team's targets
Honest, hardworking, and reliable
Possess a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Must be able to work on the weekend and help with the executions and deployments.
Must be able to drive enterprise level initiatives working with senior stakeholders across different regions.

The resource must be willing to be onsite from day 1. With manager's approval, some flexibility to work in a hybrid environment.