What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior IP Network Engineer position at Centersquare?
Job Overview:
We are looking for a Senior IP Network Engineer to support a Juniper-based EVPN/VXLAN fabric that delivers Layer 2 and Layer 3 services across a highly scalable network. The role involves working with Juniper MX and QFX5K series devices, which serve as leaf nodes and VTEP termination points within the fabric. The ideal candidate will be a team player, self-driven, and capable of thinking outside the box while ensuring network performance, automation, and security best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, deploy, and maintain a Juniper EVPN/VXLAN fabric supporting both L2 and L3 services.
- Configure and optimize BGP for scalable service provider routing across Juniper MX routers.
- Implement and troubleshoot VXLAN & spanning-tree across QFX5K switches in a multi-tenant data center environment.
- Manage and support VTEP terminations on both MX and QFX platforms.
- Automate network tasks using Ansible to improve operational efficiency.
- Deploy and maintain authentication and security policies via TACACS.
- Monitor network performance and health using SNMP and logging tools.
- Collaborate with security teams to integrate Juniper SRX or NGFW solutions into the fabric.
- Provide Tier 3 escalation support for critical network issues and outages.
Required Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience in IP networking, BGP, and service provider routing.
- Strong expertise in EVPN/VXLAN, BGP, and advanced switching (spanning-tree, VXLAN overlays).
- Hands-on experience with Juniper MX routers, QFX5K switches, and SRX firewalls.
- Experience with Ansible automation for network configuration and provisioning.
- Proficiency in SNMP, logging tools, and TACACS authentication management.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, can-do attitude.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Juniper certifications (e.g., JNCIP, JNCIE in Data Center or Service Provider).
- Familiarity with multi-vendor network automation frameworks.
- Experience with next-generation firewalls and microsegmentation.
Areas of Responsibility (AOR):
- Network Operations: Maintain and optimize EVPN/VXLAN services.
- BGP & Routing Management: Configure and troubleshoot BGP and L3 services.
- Automation & Monitoring: Manage Ansible playbooks, SNMP, and logging tools.
- Security & Firewalls: Support SRX/NGFW implementations.
- Incident Resolution: Provide Tier 3 support for network escalations.
- Collaboration & Documentation: Work with cross-functional teams and maintain network documentation.
This is a high-impact role for a driven, innovative engineer who thrives in team-oriented environments and is eager to tackle cutting-edge networking challenges.
Centersquare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
