We are looking for an experienced EMEA Network Architect / Senior Network Engineer with deep, hands-on expertise in Juniper-based Data Center fabrics to design, build, and support modern EVPN/VXLAN environments across our EMEA estate. This is a senior, delivery-focused role for someone equally comfortable producing HLD/LLD documentation and getting into the CLI to troubleshoot a live spine-leaf fabric.
Mandatory Technical Skills
- 7+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise Data Center networking.
- Strong expertise with Juniper EX and QFX platforms.
- Advanced knowledge of JunOS, including operational troubleshooting, upgrades, automation, and configuration management.
- Proven experience designing and operating EVPN/VXLAN-based Data Center fabrics.
- Deep understanding of: BGP EVPN Control Plane VXLAN Overlay Networks Spine-Leaf architectures Anycast Gateway Layer 2/Layer 3 extension strategies.
- Experience with Juniper Virtual Chassis and Virtual Chassis Fabric (VCF) deployments.
- Strong routing knowledge: BGP OSPF IS-IS (preferred) MPLS basics.
- Experience with Data Center migration and transformation projects.
- Strong troubleshooting capabilities across: Underlay networks Overlay networks Routing and switching Multicast High availability designs.
Preferred Technical Skills
- Experience with automation: Python Ansible REST APIs Infrastructure as Code principles.
- Experience integrating physical and virtual networking environments.
- Familiarity with VMware NSX networking concepts.
- Experience with cloud connectivity: Azure ExpressRoute Hybrid networking architectures.
- Knowledge of load balancing technologies (AVI, F5, Citrix ADC).
Soft Skills
- Ability to work independently across EMEA.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Experience working with integral teams in EMEA, NAM, and APAC.
Nice-to-Have Certifications
- JNCIP-ENT or JNCIP-DC.
- JNCIE-ENT or JNCIE-DC.
- CCNP Enterprise / CCIE Enterprise.
- Azure Networking Specialty.
This opportunity is with a leading organisation offering a collaborative and delivery-focused environment, providing the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact Data Center transformation projects across EMEA.