SRv6 Network Engineer

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Network Engineer in Sydney to support Optus network transformation and modernization initiatives. The role requires strong hands-on expertise in SRv6, MPLS, IPv6, BGP, ISIS, EVPN and related service provider technologies.

Responsibilities include design, implementation, and optimization of carrier-grade IP/MPLS and SRv6 networks, plus RCA-driven incident resolution and automation using Python, Ansible, YANG, and NETCONF/RESTCONF to drive

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in IP/MPLS Service Provider networks.
• Hands-on SRv6, MPLS, IPv4/IPv6, BGP, ISIS, EVPN/VXLAN, OSPF.
• Experience in carrier-grade backbone networks, transformation and migration programs.
• Ability to provide L3 support and RCA for critical incidents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of carrier-grade IP/MPLS and SRv6 network solutions, ensuring scalable, resilient, and high-performance service provider infrastructure aligned with network transformation initiatives.
• Provide advanced operational support by troubleshooting complex network issues, driving root cause analysis (RCA) for critical incidents, and ensuring network stability across technologies including BGP, ISIS, EVPN/VXLAN, IPv4, and IPv6.
• Develop and enhance network automation capabilities using Python, Ansible, YANG, and NETCONF/RESTCONF, while supporting migration activities, configuration management, and continuous improvement of network operations.

Skills

SRv6

MPLS

IPv6

BGP

ISIS

EVPN

OSPF

EVPN/VXLAN

Traffic Engineering

QoS

IPv4

Tools

Python

Ansible

YANG

NETCONF/RESTCONF

Job description

XPT Software Australia Pty Ltd | Contract

Sydney, Australia | Posted on 08/20/2026

• XPT SoftwareAustralia PTY Ltd, incorporated in 2016, is a Software Services company
• XPT works with topclients across Australia in Banking, Insurance, Telecom,Retail, Energy, Mining and Manufacturingdomains.
• We have 120+technocrats in Australia working at our clientlocations.
• XPT SoftwareAustralia is part of group companies which has globalpresence across India & Europe.
• We have served100+ clients globally, fulfilling their onsite-offshoreneeds.

Job Description

Must Have Skills:

SRv6, MPLS,IPv6, BGP, ISIS, EVPN

Nice to Have Skills:

N/A

Detailed Job Description:

RoleSummary: Seeking an experienced Network Engineer with strong expertise inSRv6, MPLS, IPv6, BGP, ISIS, EVPN, and Service Provider Networks to supportOptus network transformation and modernization initiatives.

KeySkills & Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in IP/MPLS Service Provider networks
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • SRv6 (Segment Routing IPv6)
  • MPLS & Segment Routing
  • BGP, ISIS, OSPF
  • EVPN/VXLAN
  • IPv4 & IPv6
  • Traffic Engineering and QoS
• Experience on:
  • Experience in carrier-grade backbone networks, network transformation, and migration programs
  • Ability to provide L3 support and drive RCA for critical incidents

PreferredCertifications:

Minimum Years of Experience: 6-8+ yrs

Certifications Needed: N/A

Top 3 responsibilities you would expect the Subcon to shoulder and execute

• Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of carrier-grade IP/MPLS and SRv6 network solutions, ensuring scalable, resilient, and high-performance service provider infrastructure aligned with network transformation initiatives.
• Provide advanced operational support by troubleshooting complex network issues, driving root cause analysis (RCA) for critical incidents, and ensuring network stability across technologies including BGP, ISIS, EVPN/VXLAN, IPv4, and IPv6.
• Develop and enhance network automation capabilities using Python, Ansible, YANG, and NETCONF/RESTCONF, while supporting migration activities, configuration management, and continuous improvement of network operations.