Thoughtsol - Practice Lead - Network Services

About the job :

Job Title : Practice Lead - Network Services

Location : Noida (Sector-132)

Experience : 8-15 Years

Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced Network Practice Lead to drive network delivery capabilities, lead a team of engineers, and oversee end-to-end implementation of network solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in Cisco, Aruba, and Juniper technologies, along with hands-on experience in managing customer engagements and delivering complex network projects.

Key Responsibilities :

- Lead and manage the Network Services practice, ensuring successful delivery of network projects.

- Oversee a team of network engineers and provide technical guidance, mentoring, and performance management.

- Manage end-to-end delivery of network implementation, optimization, and support services.

- Act as the primary point of contact for customers during technical discussions and project updates.

- Ensure delivery excellence through best practices, process improvements, and governance.

- Evaluate project requirements and allocate resources effectively.

- Review and validate network designs, configurations, and technical documentation.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for solution planning and execution.

Required Skills & Competencies :

- Strong hands-on expertise in Cisco, Aruba, and Juniper networking technologies.

- Experience with routing, switching, wireless, network security, and data center networks.

- Proven capability in implementing large-scale network solutions.

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with strong customer-facing experience.

- Ability to lead and manage a team of network engineers effectively.

Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (preferred).

- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNP/CCIE, Aruba ACMP/ACMX, Juniper JNCIP/JNCIE) highly preferred.

- Demonstrated experience in handling major network implementation projects.