Description:

Scalepex is a nearshore talent partner that supports global organizations with high-performing engineering teams across technology and operations.
The Implementation Engineer is a hands-on senior network engineer responsible for deploying and implementing modern data center network architectures within enterprise environments.
This role focuses on executing finalized designs, particularly VXLAN EVPN fabrics, BGP underlay/overlay, and Arista-based solutions.
It is a production-facing implementation role, not a support or NOC position.
The ideal candidate has direct, hands-on experience deploying and troubleshooting data center networks using Cisco Nexus and Arista technologies.
Key responsibilities include executing hands-on implementation of finalized Arista and Cisco Nexus network designs, deploying and validating VXLAN EVPN fabrics in spine-leaf architectures, configuring and troubleshooting BGP underlay and overlay, performing network migrations and cutovers, running and troubleshooting Ansible playbooks for network automation, validating configurations through testing, documenting implementations, collaborating with architects and project managers, and supporting post-implementation optimization and tuning.

Requirements:

The candidate must have 3+ years of hands-on experience in data center networking.
Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus (9K preferred) is required.
The candidate must have hands-on experience with Arista switches in production environments.
Proven experience implementing VXLAN EVPN is mandatory.
A strong working knowledge of BGP, including underlay and overlay concepts, is necessary.
Experience with spine-leaf architectures is required.
The ability to run and troubleshoot Ansible playbooks in network environments is essential.
Experience participating in network migrations/change windows is necessary.
Familiarity with Arista CloudVision Portal (CVP) is required.
Python scripting for network automation is a must.
Exposure to Unix/Linux is necessary.
CCNP or CCIE certification is required.
Experience in a financial services environment is preferred.
The candidate must be available to work weekends for migrations when required.

This position is 100% remote, allowing for flexibility in work location.
The role is a contractor position, providing opportunities to work with a global enterprise client.
As a Scalepex employee, the candidate will be part of a supportive team focused on delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

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