Network Manager (Arista)

JD: We are looking for an experienced and highly skilled Network Manager with Arista expertise to join our infrastructure and network services team. This is a customer-facing role that requires strong technical proficiency, particularly in Arista switching and routing technologies, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will work closely with customers to deliver robust and scalable network solutions in dynamic environments. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert-level configuration, implementation, and support for Arista-based network solutions across enterprise environments. Interact with customers and internal teams to understand network requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver effective solutions. Monitor and optimize performance of Arista-based infrastructure, including switches, routers, and management platforms. Assist in deploying and managing leaf-spine architectures, VXLAN, EVPN, and MLAG configurations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data center and campus network initiatives. Maintain up-to-date documentation on configurations, standards, and procedures. Participate in incident response and problem management, performing in-depth analysis of network faults. Utilize tools like CloudVision Portal (CVP), Wireshark, and automation frameworks (e.g., eAPI, Ansible) for configuration management and monitoring. Support patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management of network devices. Required Skills & Qualifications: 12+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise networking, with at least 6-8 years focused on Arista networks. Strong knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking, including protocols such as BGP, OSPF, STP, VXLAN, and EVPN. Hands-on experience with Arista EOS, CloudVision, and eAPI or equivalent automation tools. Familiarity with network automation using Python, Ansible, or similar frameworks. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills in large-scale or high-availability environments. Strong communication and customer-facing skills, with the ability to translate technical details for various audiences. Knowledge of network security, access control, and segmentation practices. Preferred Skills & Certifications: Arista ACE certification (Level 2 or higher). Experience with multi-vendor environments (e.g., Cisco). Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure connectivity). Exposure to network monitoring tools such as NetBox, PRTG, or SolarWinds. Show more Show less