L2 Network Engineer

You are a proactive and technically sound L2 Network Engineer specialized in Planning & Implementation, with a focus on Cisco ACI and Data Center technologies. You will be responsible for assisting in planning and executing Data Center network deployments and migrations, especially within Cisco ACI environments. Your key responsibilities will include supporting the implementation of network designs, translating high-level designs into deployable configurations, preparing implementation documentation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams during implementation phases. Additionally, you will participate in customer meetings and provide technical inputs during planning and execution. **Key Responsibilities:** - Assist in planning and executing Data Center network deployments and migrations, especially within Cisco ACI environments. - Support implementation of network designs including ACI fabric setup, VXLAN overlays, and integration with L2/L3 networks. - Participate in pre-deployment reviews, configuration validation, and readiness assessments. - Translate high-level designs into deployable configurations in collaboration with L3 engineers and architects. - Prepare and maintain implementation documentation including network diagrams, configuration templates, and change records. - Work closely with cross-functional teams including server, virtualization, and security teams during implementation phases. - Document network changes, configurations, and operational procedures. - Participate in customer meetings and provide technical inputs during planning and execution. **Qualification Required:** - 5-8 years of experience in Data Center networking and Cisco ACI environments. - Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus switches and ACI fabric components. - Familiarity with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), multicast (PIM, IGMP), and redundancy protocols (HSRP, VRRP). - Exposure to multi-vendor environments (Cisco, Huawei, Arista). - Understanding of network planning and change management processes. - Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. - Deep understanding of ACI architecture: VXLAN, Tenants, Bridge Domains (BD), EPGs, Contracts, L3/L2 Out. - Experience with Cisco Nexus switches: N7K, N5K, N2K, N1K. - Familiarity with Cisco ASR platforms (ASR 9K IOS XR, ASR 1K IOS/IOS XE). - Routing & Switching: BGP, OSPF, Static Routing, BFD, Multicast (PIM, IGMP, SPT), VLANs, STP, VTP, ACLs. - Advanced Nexus Features: VPC, VDC, MEC, Orphan Port Management. - Network Services: TCP/IP, IPSec, PPP, HSRP, VRRP, IPSLA, SNMP. - L4L7 Services (Preferred): Load balancing, firewalls, and integration with ACI. If you possess CCNA/CCNP Data Center or Enterprise certifications along with a Cisco ACI Specialist Certification, it will be considered as an added advantage for this role. Your skills should encompass routing, architects, designing, deployment planning, VXLAN, data center, ASR, ACI, Cisco Nexus, and IOS.,