At Softtek, every day is an opportunity to build a better future together
We're looking for an
Expert SD-WAN Engineer.
Location:
Bogotá, Distrito Capital.
This is a hybrid work model, requiring 3 days per week in the office
Schedule:
Mon-Fri, 12 pm to 8 pm (Colombia time).
We work alongside teams in India (therefore, we offer a 24/7 service)
Language:
C1 Advanced English.
Contract Type:
Permanent contract.
Job Description:
We are looking for a talented and experienced
SD-WAN Engineer
to join our innovative team.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Cisco SD-WAN technologies, possessing a minimum of 5-10 years in network engineering or architecture roles within large enterprise environments that have a global presence.
Your expertise in designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions will be critical to enhancing our network efficiency and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of Cisco SD-WAN solutions tailored for global enterprise environments, ensuring high availability and security.
- Implementation: Implement and configure SD-WAN solutions using Cisco technologies, effectively managing the integration with existing LAN/WAN infrastructures.
- Performance Optimization: Monitor, evaluate, and optimize network performance metrics, ensuring reliable and efficient operations across multiple regions.
- Automation and Scripting: Leverage automation tools and scripting to streamline the deployment and management of SD-WAN solutions; champion network as code practices.
- Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation regarding network configurations, designs, and best practices for SD-WAN implementations.
- Troubleshooting: Serve as a key resource for troubleshooting complex SD-WAN issues, providing thought leadership and innovative solutions to challenges that may arise.
- Training and Support: Facilitate training sessions for operational teams on SD-WAN technologies and provide support as needed to enhance team skill sets.
- Policy Governance: Ensure compliance with infrastructure standards and policies while maintaining governance over network architecture and design.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams, including Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and Security, to ensure seamless integration and operation of SD-WAN within the wider network landscape.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in a network engineering or architecture role, with a focus on SD-WAN solutions in a large enterprise setting.
- Strong experience with Cisco SD-WAN technologies, including Viptela and associated components.
- In-depth knowledge of network design principles, policies, and best practices for WAN architecture.
- Proven ability to monitor and optimize network performance and capacity.
- Experience in automation and scripting for network management and configuration.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, Cisco SD-WAN Specialist) are highly desirable.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues effectively.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally.
If you are passionate about Voice, LAN & WAN, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or share with someone who might be a great fit.