SME - Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Network Automation
India
Job Description
SME - Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), Network Automation
Pune, Maharashtra

Job Summary

Job Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced L3 Network Deployment Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing complex network deployments with a strong focus on Switching, Routing, and Migration activities. This role demands deep technical expertise, hands-on experience, and the ability to lead and execute network transformation projects.

Job Description : Role Overview:\\\\r\\\\nWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced L3 Network Deployment Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing complex network deployments with a strong focus on Switching, Routing, and Migration activities. This role demands deep technical expertise, hands-on experience, and the ability to lead and execute network transformation projects.\\\\r\\\\n________________________________________\\\\r\\\\nKey Responsibilities:\\\\r\\\\n• Lead end-to-end network deployment projects including planning, configuration, testing, and implementation.\\\\r\\\\n• Design and implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 network solutions using industry best practices.\\\\r\\\\n• Perform network migrations with minimal downtime and disruption.\\\\r\\\\n• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues across switching and routing domains.\\\\r\\\\n• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of network components.\\\\r\\\\n• Document network architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.\\\\r\\\\n• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.\\\\r\\\\n________________________________________\\\\r\\\\nRequired Skillsets:\\\\r\\\\n• Switching: VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, Port Security, QoS.\\\\r\\\\n• Routing: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, route redistribution, policy-based routing.\\\\r\\\\n• Migration: Experience in network cutovers, legacy-to-modern infrastructure transitions, and cloud/hybrid migrations.\\\\r\\\\n• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and ACLs.\\\\r\\\\n• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar enterprise-grade networking equipment.\\\\r\\\\n• Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, NetFlow, SNMP).\\\\r\\\\n• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.\\\\r\\\\n________________________________________\\\\r\\\\nQualifications:\\\\r\\\\n• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.\\\\r\\\\n• Minimum 8+ years of experience in network engineering with a focus on deployment and migration.\\\\r\\\\n• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, JNCIP, or equivalent) are highly desirable 

Key Responsibilities

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Skill Requirements

Skill Requirement : • Switching: VLANs, STP, EtherChannel, Port Security, QoS. • Routing: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, route redistribution, policy-based routing. • Migration: Experience in network cutovers, legacy-to-modern infrastructure transitions, and cloud/hybrid migrations. • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and ACLs. • Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, or similar enterprise-grade networking equipment. • Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, NetFlow, SNMP). • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Other Requirements

Other Requirement : Expert in routing and switching, VxLAN and EVPN (must have), plus NETDEVOPS/ Automation or VMware NSX

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Why HCLTech?

At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first.

HCLTech is a global technology company, home to more than 226,300 people across 60 countries, delivering industry-leading capabilities centered around digital, engineering, cloud and AI, powered by a broad portfolio of technology services and products. We work with clients across all major verticals, providing industry solutions for Financial Services, Manufacturing, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Technology and Services, Telecom and Media, Retail and CPG, and Public Services. Consolidated revenues as of 12 months ending December 2025 totaled $14.5 billion.

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