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Senior Network Engineer (Py)

110k – 160kBethesda, MDHybrid10+ YOE
Summary

Designs and deploys high-performance network architectures using Spine-and-Leaf, Arista EOS/CloudVision, and F5 BIG-IP. Automates operations with Python, modernizes legacy networks for cloud, and leads technical efforts requiring 10+ years experience and expertise in BGP, OSPF, VxLAN, EVPN.

About the role

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Architect and Deploy: Design and implement cutting-edge, high-performance network architectures, with a focus on Spine-and-Leaf designs.
  • Master Arista: Leverage your deep knowledge of Arista's Extensible Operating System (EOS) and CloudVision platform.
  • Manage F5: Configure and maintain F5 BIG-IP platforms, including virtual servers, pools, and iRules.
  • Automate Everything: Use Python and other Linux tools to automate network management and streamline operations.
  • Lead the Way: Act as a technical leader, mentoring team members, handling complex issues, and serving as a subject matter expert.
  • Modernize and Support: Evolve our legacy networks for cloud-native environments and provide expert support to resolve complex network issues.
  • Load Balanced Application Delivery: Implement load balancing strategies (e.g., round robin, least connections) to optimize application performance and ensure high availability.
  • High Availability: Setting up and manage Arista and F5 device clusters in active/standby or active/active configurations to provide failover capabilities.
  • AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting): Strong knowledge of AAA frameworks for network access control. Hands-on experience configuring and managing TACACS+, Radius for device administration security in Cisco ICE.
  • Network Hardware Lifecycle Management: Responsible for all network device patching, including security fixes and OS updates. Track device vendor support timelines and manage end of life transitions to updated hardware models.
  • Network Monitoring: Monitor network traffic and alerts for proactive management and capacity planning. Provide up to date network metrics to all technical teams for better product development and troubleshooting.

Required Qualifications

  • 10+ years of hands-on experience in network engineering.
  • A CCIE or similar advanced networking certification is a plus.
  • Strong experience with Arista EOS/CloudVision and F5 BIG-IP.
  • Expertise in protocols like BGP, OSPF, VxLAN, and EVPN.
  • Proficiency in Python scripting and network automation.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Compensation

Targeted salary range: $110,000 - $160,000 commensurate with experience and location.

Skills
Arista EOSCloudVisionF5 BIG-IPBGPOSPFVxLANEVPNPythonTACACS+Radius
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