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Network Consultant

Location:
London
Salary:
£450.00 - £500 per day
Job Type:
Date Posted:
16 days ago
Expiry Date:
09/01/2025
Job Ref:
BBBH116634_1732538353
Start Date:
25/11/2024
Contact:
Toby Ranson
Contact Email:
toby.ranson@xcede.de
Specialism:

We are seeking an experienced Arista Networking Consultant to provide advanced post-sales design and engineering expertise for Arista's Open Networking Data Center platform, with a primary focus on Universal Cloud Network (UCN) deployments.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex network environments, with a deep understanding of Arista solutions, including CloudVision Portal.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver advanced post-sales design and engineering services for Arista's Open Networking Data Center platform, with a strong emphasis on UCN solutions.
  • Design and implement network architectures, including EVPN, VXLAN, IP Routing, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, eBGP, Multicast, QoS, and leaf-spine topology for deployments.
  • Build configurations and network provisioning automation using Python and tools like Chef or Ansible.
  • Provide expertise in practical deployment of Arista AVD (Automation and Visibility Dashboard) and ANTA (Arista Network Test Automation).
  • Implement and manage macro- and micro-segmentation (MSS) solutions.
  • Conduct bug scrubs, make software and hardware code recommendations, and act as an interface to TAC, internal development teams, and the customer.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve advanced network issues, including configuration errors, routing problems, performance concerns, software bugs, and hardware failures.
  • Collaborate with customers to ensure seamless implementation and change control processes.
  • Provide expert guidance and troubleshooting for virtualized network environments, including VMware vSphere and RedHat OpenShift/OpenStack.
  • Maintain excellent documentation of designs, processes, and troubleshooting workflows, ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Communicate effectively with customers, providing exceptional service and clear verbal and written communication.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience working with Arista's UCN platform and CloudVision Portal.
  • Arista ACE4-5 Certification or higher.
  • Extensive experience in network design and engineering, including EVPN, VXLAN, and related protocols.
  • Proficiency in network automation using Python and tools like Chef or Ansible.
  • Hands-on experience with Arista AVD and ANTA tools.
  • Solid understanding of macro- and micro-segmentation techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
  • Familiarity with hypervisor virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, RedHat OpenShift/OpenStack).
  • Expertise in using industry-standard Command Line Interface (CLI).
  • Strong documentation skills, with the ability to track and follow up on tickets and opportunities.
  • Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.

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Toby Ranson

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