Network Engineer – Data Centre(CCIE OR equivalent); Python, Ansible Scripting- Local Candidates to Montreal, QC- In-Person Interview for Final Discussion

Montreal 6 days agoContractor External
356 - 381 / hr
Job Title:Network Engineer – Data Centre Location : Montreal, QC, Canada - Hybrid - 3 days a week onsite & 2 days remote Role Overview: The Network Engineering team is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement, and troubleshoot enterprise-scale Data Centre networks. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams to deliver end-to-end network solutions, authoring design documents, and providing escalation support for complex network issues. Key Responsibilities: • Design and implement large-scale network topologies for Data Centres. • Develop Bill of Materials (BoM), Visio diagrams, and configuration templates. • Participate in weekly design meetings and engage with project managers for execution plans. • Serve as escalation point during network outages and provide weekend support for critical projects. • Author engineering standards and best-practice architecture models. • Mentor team members and facilitate knowledge transfer. Required Skills: • 5–7 years of experience in network engineering within financial services or technology firms. • Expertise in Ethernet technologies (SPT, 802.1Q, VPC, Leaf-Spine IP Fabric). • Strong knowledge of IP Routing (RIP, OSPF, BGP, MPBGP, TCP/IP) and Multicast routing (PIM, IGMP, MSDP). • Experience with VxLAN and Cisco platforms (Nexus 9000, ASR 1000x/9000 series). • Familiarity with Arista platforms and network OS (Cisco IOS, NXOS, IOS-XR, Arista EOS). • Strong security focus and understanding of multi-tier security architectures. Desired Skills: • Certifications: CCIE or equivalent. • Proficiency in Python/Ansible scripting for automation. • Experience with tools like DNA Center, Wireshark, Infoblox, HPNA, Splunk, Sevone. • Knowledge of SDN, SD-WAN, DMVPN, and public cloud networking. • Familiarity with Kubernetes, VMware, and storage over IP. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field. Experience Level: Level 3 (Senior Engineer).