Network Systems Engineer (Pre-Sales) (Networking)

TL;DR

Network Systems Engineer (Pre-Sales) (Networking): Designing and implementing scalable data center and campus network solutions with an accent on L2/L3 protocols and overlay technologies. Focus on conducting architectural reviews, executing proof-of-concept testing, and aligning technical solutions with business goals.

Location: Must be local to Tampa, FL, USA

Company

hirify.global is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments.

What you will do

• Collaborate with Account Managers to conduct whiteboard network architectural reviews and identify performance improvements.
• Present Arista's Open Networking, CloudVision, Security, and Real-time Fabric Monitoring solutions to clients.
• Design scalable leaf-spine architectures utilizing overlay technologies such as VxLAN and EVPN.
• Perform hands-on testing of customer proof-of-concept (PoC) setups and network deployments.
• Provide design guidelines and recommendations based on Arista Validated Designs to optimize client infrastructure.
• Collaborate with sales teams on RFP/RFQs and provide technical feedback to Product Management and Engineering.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in L2/L3 networking design for Data Center, Campus, and Wi-Fi solutions.
• Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching, including BGP, OSPF, and VxLAN.
• Hands-on experience designing highly scalable leaf-spine network architectures.
• Expert knowledge of Ethernet, RSTP/MSTP, VLANs, TCP/IP, Multicast, and QoS.
• Must be local to the Tampa, FL area.
• Strong writing skills for authoring technical white papers.

Nice to have

• Network Industry Certifications such as ACE-L4, ACE-L6, or ACE-L7.
• Experience building network automation using Python and Ansible.
• Understanding of the competitor technology landscape, specifically Cisco and Juniper.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive environment that values diversity of thought and perspectives.
• Award-winning company recognized for Best Engineering Team, Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance.
• Opportunity to work alongside industry experts and technical leaders in a high-innovation environment.