Juniper Routing and Switching

Job Description Teamware Solutions is seeking a skilled Network Engineer with specialized expertise in Juniper Routing and Switching technologies. This role is crucial for designing, implementing, and maintaining our network infrastructure, ensuring smooth operations, high availability, and security. The successful candidate will contribute significantly to business objectives through meticulous analysis, development, implementation, and troubleshooting within the Juniper Routing and Switching domain. Roles and Responsibilities: - Network Design & Implementation: Participate in the design, planning, and implementation of complex network solutions utilizing Juniper routers (e.g., MX Series, SRX Series) and switches (e.g., EX Series, QFX Series). - Configuration & Management: Configure, manage, and optimize Juniper network devices, including setting up routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, ISIS), switching technologies (e.g., VLANs, STP, MC-LAG, EVPN-VXLAN), and high availability features. - Network Performance & Monitoring: Monitor network performance, analyze traffic patterns, and identify bottlenecks. Implement solutions to optimize network efficiency and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met. - Network Security: Implement and manage network security features on Juniper platforms, including firewall filters, VPNs, and access control lists, to protect network infrastructure and data. - Troubleshooting & Resolution: Perform advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network incidents, connectivity issues, and performance degradation across Juniper environments. - Capacity Planning & Optimization: Conduct network capacity planning, evaluate current and future network requirements, and recommend upgrades or enhancements. - Automation (Plus): Contribute to network automation efforts using scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible) for configuration management and operational tasks on Juniper devices. - Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including diagrams, configurations, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting guides. - Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams (e.g., server, security, application development) to support various projects and ensure seamless network integration. Preferred Candidate Profile: - Juniper Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Juniper routers and switches. - Junos OS Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of Junos Operating System configuration, troubleshooting, and best practices. - Routing & Switching Protocols: Expert-level understanding of core routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, ISIS) and switching technologies (e.g., VLANs, STP, VRRP, link aggregation). - Network Security: Familiarity with network security concepts and their implementation on Juniper devices (e.g., SRX firewalls, VPNs). - Analytical & Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to diagnosing and resolving complex network issues. - Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders. - Certifications (Plus): Industry-recognized Juniper certifications (e.g., JNCIA-Junos, JNCIS-Routing and Switching, JNCIP-Service Provider/Enterprise, JNCIE-SP/Enterprise) are highly desirable. - Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Engineering, or a related technical field.