Staff Engineer

About Us:

Tejas Networks is a global broadband, optical and wireless networking company, with a focus on technology, innovation and R&D. We design and manufacture high-performance wireline and wireless networking products for telecommunications service providers, internet service providers, utilities, defence and government entities in over 75 countries. Tejas has an extensive portfolio of leading-edge telecom products for building end-to-end telecom networks based on the latest technologies and global standards with IPR ownership. We are a part of the Tata Group, with Panatone Finvest Ltd. (a subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) being the majority shareholder. Tejas has a rich portfolio of patents and has shipped more than 900,000 systems across the globe with an uptime of 99.999%. Our product portfolio encompasses wireless technologies (4G/5G based on 3GPP and O-RAN standards), fiber broadband (GPON/XGS-PON), carrier-grade optical transmission (DWDM/OTN), packet switching and routing (Ethernet, PTN, IP/MPLS) and Direct-to-Mobile and Satellite-IoT communication platforms. Our unified network management suite simplifies network deployments and service implementation across all our products with advanced capabilities for predictive fault detection and resolution. As an R&D-driven company, we recognize that human intelligence is a core asset that drives the organization’s long-term success. Over 60% of our employees are in R&D, we are reshaping telecom networks, one innovation at a time.

Why Join Tejas:

We are on a journey to connect the world with some of the most innovative products and solutions in the wireless and wireline optical networking domains. Would you like to be part of this journey and do something truly meaningful? Challenge yourself by working in Tejas’ fast-paced, autonomous learning environment and see your output and contributions become a part of live products worldwide.

At Tejas, you will have the unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, alongside some of the industry’s brightest minds. From 5G to DWDM/ OTN, Switching and Routing, we work on technologies and solutions that create a connected society. Our solutions power over 500 networks across 75+ countries worldwide, and we’re constantly pushing boundaries to achieve more. If you thrive on taking ownership, have a passion for learning and enjoy challenging the status quo, we want to hear from you

Who We Are:

Tejas Routing &MPLS (TJ-NEOS) group, which does in-house software architect design and development for various Routing and MPLS protocols catering for carrier-grade service provider networks and enterprise customer networks. Tejas is looking for a Technical Lead/Designer/Architect/Distinguish Technologist who can design and implement software in any of SR-MPLS, SR-TE, SR for OSPF/ISIS, BGP-SR, rLFA/tILFA, Micro Loop FRR protection, SR-EVPN, SRv6, LDP, PCE/PCEP, RTM, and Core BGP L3VPN/L2VPN/EVPN for various VPN services along with IP Multicast PIM, MRT, NGVPN, and P2MP Tunnel. Having data plane experience with Broadcom chips like Qumran and Jericho will be an added advantage.

Tejas Routing Team is Looking for enthusiastic people who can visualize, innovate, design write code and build router products that are conceptualized and architected from India for both the Indian and global markets.

Our mission is to revolutionize mobile network infrastructure by providing robust, scalable, and flexible Mobile Packet Core solutions that drive the future of telecommunications. We are committed to delivering cloud-native architectures that offer unmatched reliability, performance, and agility to support both current and next-generation mobile networks.

What You Work:

As a Staff Engineer you will be responsible for driving development and sustenance various Network Functions and/or platform for our Layer 3 Team. You'll lead technical initiatives, mentor team members and collaborate closely with cross functional teams to drive innovation and ensure high-quality deliverables. You'll leverage your expertise to solve challenging problems and contribute to strategic engineering decisions.

Network Architecture and Design:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive network architectures, including routing, switching, and access protocols.
• Evaluate and select appropriate hardware and software components based on performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Design and implement network redundancy and disaster recovery strategies.

L2 Switching Testing:

• Layer-2: MLAG/VPC, Spanning Tree, VLAN, IGMP, MLDP, ELPS, ERPS, ELPS, ERPS, CFM, Y1731.

L3 Routing Testing:

• Layer-3: OSPF, ISIS, BGP, PIM (v4 and v6), DHCP, L3VPN, L2VPN, Segment Routing (V4, V6), Multicast, MVPN.

Network Implementation and Deployment:

• Oversee the implementation of new network infrastructure and upgrades.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing and switching protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP).
• Ensure seamless integration of new network components with existing systems.

Network Optimization and Performance:

• Monitor network performance and identify bottlenecks.
• Implement optimization techniques to improve network throughput, latency, and reliability.
• Analyze network traffic patterns and trends to optimize resource allocation.

Security and Compliance:

• Develop and implement network security policies and procedures.
• Configure firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security measures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, HIPAA).

Technical Leadership:

• Mentor and guide junior network engineers.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other teams within the organization.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging network technologies and trends.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage network-related projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to ensure project success.

Mandatory skills:

• Deep understanding of routing and switching protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP, etc.
• Experience with network hardware and software: routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, etc.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills: ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues.
• Knowledge of network security best practices: firewalls, intrusion detection, encryption.
• Experience with automation and scripting: tools like Python, Ansible, or Puppet.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively with diverse teams.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities: guiding and developing junior engineers.

Desired skills:

• Certifications like CCIE (R&S) and/or JNCIE (SP) would be an added advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience: 11 to 15 years of experience from Telecommunication or Networking background.
• Education: B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/ME (CSE/ECE) or any other equivalent degree.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

• Tejas Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating all-inclusive environment for all employees.
• We welcome applicants of all backgrounds regardless of race colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or veteran status.
• Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to ensure every employee feels valued and respected.