Key skills
PythonAnsibleChange ManagementCommunicationCollaboration
About this role
Symmetrio is seeking multiple Senior Network Engineers to support a major enterprise network transformation initiative for a large government organization. This role involves implementing Juniper MX960 routers and leading high-impact migrations in a production environment.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, prioritization, and execution of enterprise-scale Juniper router migrations (MX960 platform)
- Design and validate EVPN/VXLAN architectures with multiple overlays to ensure scalability, performance, and redundancy
- Collaborate closely with the customer's Network Engineering team to achieve seamless integration with minimal disruption during migrations
- Configure, test, and deploy Junos OS across MX and EX platforms in production environments
- Provide expert-level guidance on the migration from MC-LAG to EVPN, including design validation, testing, and troubleshooting
- Develop and maintain detailed documentation for network designs, cutover strategies, and post-migration processes
- Serve as a subject matter expert for Juniper routing, EVPN/VXLAN fabrics, and advanced routing protocols
- Support after-hours cutovers and provide escalation assistance during critical events
Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience as a Network Engineer in enterprise or large data center environments
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with Juniper MX and EX platforms
- Strong knowledge of core routing protocols, particularly BGP and OSPF
- Proficiency with Junos OS configuration and troubleshooting in production environments
- Demonstrated experience supporting large-scale router replacement or network migration projects
- Familiarity with EVPN design, deployment, and operations
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams
- Juniper certifications (JNCIP, JNCIE, or equivalent)
- Experience with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible, etc.)
- Knowledge of security best practices in routing and switching
- Familiarity with large-scale enterprise change management and documentation processes