Network Engineer – SD-WAN (SME)

Overview

Job Title : Network Engineer ? SD-WAN (SME)

Location : Chennai / Gurgaon

Experience : 12+ years

Education : Diploma / Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or IT

Notice Period : Immediate / 15 Days

We are seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer ? SD-WAN (SME) to design, implement, and optimize enterprise-grade network solutions across WAN, LAN, WLAN, and SD-WAN environments. This role requires deep technical expertise, leadership in network architecture, and the ability to translate business needs into robust, secure, and scalable network infrastructures.

• Network Design & Deployment:
• Design, plan, and deploy enterprise networks (WAN, SD-WAN, LAN, WLAN) using Cisco, Versa, and Aruba technologies.
• Translate architectural roadmaps into actionable project execution plans.
• Lead and guide engineering teams through all project phases.

• Implementation & Optimization:
• Select optimal network solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Execute integration, migration, and optimization of global network connectivity.
• Continuously evolve networks through automation, best practices, and emerging technologies.

• Operational Excellence:
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network incidents with minimal downtime.
• Implement performance tuning, capacity planning, and proactive monitoring.

• Technology Strategy:
• Research, evaluate, and adopt innovative networking technologies such as NFV, SASE, and cloud-native networking solutions.
• Contribute to network security and compliance strategies.

• 10+ years of experience in enterprise network design and implementation.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Cisco, Versa, and Aruba SD-WAN.
• CCNP certification (minimum) ? Versa SD-WAN certification preferred.

• Expertise in TCP/IP, Routing & Switching, MPLS, BGP, OSPF, GRE, VxLAN, IPsec, QoS.
• Proven experience with LAN/WLAN, Next-Generation Firewalls, and SD-WAN (Cisco, Versa Secure SD-WAN).
• Familiar with NFV, SASE, Cisco Umbrella, and cloud connectivity (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute).
• Knowledge of DDI/DNS, WAF, CDN technologies.
• Advantageous:

• Cloud integration (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Scripting (Python) for network automation
• Network monitoring tools (Spectrum, SevOne, ThousandEyes)
• Virtualization and SaaS/IaaS environments.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and mentor junior engineers.
• Adaptability to fast-changing technology landscapes.