Sr. Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Engineer

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller Senior Engineer to join our team on a remote contract basis. The successful candidate will specialize in deploying and optimizing Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller (NDFC) in a greenfield environment. This role requires an expert understanding of network infrastructure, data center fabric management, and automation capabilities provided by Cisco's advanced tools.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 5 Months with a potential for extension
• Location: Remote work from home
• Hours Are as Follows:
  • Part Time @ 20 hours per week from April 22nd through May 17th
    • This is during business hours (8am to 5pm) Monday Through Friday
  • Full-Time horus @ 40 hours per week May 20th through August 30, 2024
    • Full Time Hours are working from 5pm to 1am Monday through Friday

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage, in a greenfield environment, Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller environments to ensure efficient operation of data center networks.
• Develop automation tools and processes for the deployment and management of network configurations using NDFC.
• Provide technical leadership in the planning and implementation of data center network transformations and migrations.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and provide solutions to optimize data center operations.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate NDFC solutions with other network technologies and management tools.
• Conduct regular system audits, prepare detailed documentation, and report on system health and project progress.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in network technologies and Cisco products, applying this knowledge to improve current processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on Cisco data center technologies and solutions.
• Proven expertise in managing Cisco Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller, including deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of Cisco ACI, Nexus series switches, and data center network architecture.
• Proficient in network automation and scripting languages such as Python, Ansible, or similar.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication and project management skills, with a track record of handling remote work effectively.