Network Engineer - Routing & Switching

Job Title : Network Engineer

Experience : 5 to 9yrs

Location : Chennai

Domain : Information technology (IT)

Role Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with 5+ years of expertise in enterprise networking, security, and infrastructure support. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, troubleshooting, and optimizing network environments while ensuring high availability, security, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, implement, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure

- Manage routing and switching technologies including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs, STP, and VTP

- Configure and support Next-Generation Firewalls (Cisco NGFW/Palo Alto)

- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex network/security issues

- Support VPNs, SD-WAN, wireless networking, and data center technologies

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project implementation and operational support

- Maintain network documentation, security compliance, and disaster recovery readiness

Required Skills :

- Strong experience in Routing & Switching

- Hands-on expertise with NGFW, network security, and troubleshooting

- Knowledge of Data Center technologies including Leaf-Spine, VXLAN/EVPN

- Experience with monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Wireshark, Splunk, or Thousand Eyes

- Exposure to AWS/Azure networking and network automation (Python/Ansible) is preferred

Preferred Qualifications :

- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or PCNSE

- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

- Ability to work independently and in collaborative environments