Senior Network Architect-WAN/SDWAN- Dubai

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We are currently recruiting for Senior Network Architect-WAN/SDWAN for our prestigious client based in Dubai.

*This job posting is for a Contract position based in Dubai.
Job Title: Lead Engineer - Senior Network Architect-WAN/SDWAN
Job Location: Dubai
Job Type: Contract
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Design Expertise:

• Expertise in Global WAN network design and implementation of multiple SDWAN technologies
• Experience in designing integrated WAN and SDWAN solution for big WAN transformation projects.
• Expertise in planning and designing WAN transformation and migration methods.
• Design, Solution, Build and Deployment Experience on below advanced technologies:

• VPN technologies - IPsec, DMVPN etc.
• Routing protocols - BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS etc.
• MPLS & Multicast technologies
• SDWAN technologies e.g., Cisco Viptela, Cloud Genix, Riverbed Steel Connect etc.

• Expertise in preparing high quality HLD and LLD design documents.
• Identifying cross functional dependencies
• Experience in sequencing the activities, scheduling the tasks and preparing project plan.
• Experience in planning and conducting vigorous WAN network tests and generating a detailed test reports.

Technical Expertise:

• Strong knowledge and expertise in developing a Global WAN solution.
• Strong knowledge and expertise in developing SDWAN solution
• Design and implementation of NNI solution in multi-service providers environment
• Good knowledge on public cloud connectivity Cloud Exchange, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute to Public Cloud provides.
• Strong knowledge and expertise in developing a datacenter solution using Cloud technologies (like Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google GCP, etc.)
• Expertise in implementing and troubleshooting WAN Optimizers
• Good knowledge in Security environment, such as Firewalls, Proxy servers, SSL offloading, VPNs etc.
• Detailed knowledge in implementing essential services for DC, such as DNS/DHCP/NTP and IPAM
• Good knowledge in WAN, MPLS and Internet technologies
• Good knowledge in cloud (Public, private and hybrid)
• Preferable to possess advanced/expert level certifications from multiple vendors.

Consulting Expertise:

• Consulting and understanding holistic WAN requirements with presales.
• Conducting project kick off meetings and engaging in detailed technical discussions.
• Network strategy and consultancy services.

• Assessment and providing Recommendation reports.
• Provide network design services which meet and exceed the needs of customer.
• Propose and Validate BoM for Network Infrastructure solutions.
• Preparing Scope of Work and Project Plans for the Solution.

• Closely work with Project Managers and customer\'s technical authority and ensure smooth delivery of project deliverables.
• Working with 3rd party hardware and Telco suppliers to ensure delivery expectations are met and issues escalated accordingly.
• Escalating all delivery issues in timely and structured manner as required
• Providing technical support to multiple services and other team members
• Working as part of a project in a demanding environment where teamwork is key to delivering and meeting client commitments.
• Complete varied complex/non-standard tasks and may coordinate/oversee work of others.
• Understand customer requirements, translating them into refined and detailed specification documents.
• Provide resolution to project or customer issues, following proper escalation procedures, in a timely fashion.
• Create project documentation and procedures.
• To lead the project implementation phase and be responsible for delivery of projects on time and on budget.

Troubleshooting Expertise:

• Strategic problem-solving skills
• Systematic troubleshooting skills
• Deep dive in to detailed analysis with high degree of technical knowledge to solve complex technical problems.
• Overall trouble shooting skills including, Compute/Virtualization, Network, Security and DDNI
• Troubleshooting and repairing network issues, as well as developing, applying and enforcing best practices and policies
• Effectively communicating details complex problems to various teams and members

Communication:

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Experience in preparing Solution documents and presentations.
• Conducting brainstorming sessions to resolve complex issues with the team.
• Presenting solutions to the customers effectively

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