Network Implementation Expert

Equinix; Rio de Janeiro; Híbrido; BRL 180 000 - 280 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Equinix RJ1 in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, seeks a Network Implementation Expert to design, implement, and optimize advanced network infrastructures for enterprise and data center customers. This role is the technical authority for complex deployments in hybrid environments, driving security, scalability, and reliability.

You will lead projects, contribute to automation initiatives, and ensure successful delivery of mission-critical customer engagements while collaborating with

Qualificações

• Extensive experience designing and implementing enterprise-grade networks.
• Strong knowledge of data center networking and SDN.
• Experience with multi-vendor environments and security architectures.
• Ability to lead technical projects and document standards.

Responsabilidades

• Design enterprise-grade network solutions for data center and hybrid environments.
• Serve as SME for complex architectures, configurations, and integrations.
• Provide technical leadership during migrations and transformations.
• Develop and maintain documentation, standards, and governance.
• Drive automation to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and propose improvements.
• Support incident resolution and advanced troubleshooting.

Conhecimentos

Networking expertise

Enterprise/data center experience

Technical leadership

English proficiency

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

CCIE/JNCIE or equivalent certifications

Ferramentas

Ansible

Terraform

Python

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Joining our operations team means being at the center of everything - maintaining and evolving critical infrastructure that powers the digital world and delivers real impact for our customers, communities and society. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you- because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

The Network Implementation Expert joins the Managed Services organization to design, implement, and optimize advanced network infrastructures for enterprise and data center customers. This role serves as a technical authority for complex network deployments in hybrid environments, ensuring secure, scalable, and highly available solutions. The position contributes directly to operational excellence, automation initiatives, and the successful delivery of mission-critical customer projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and lead the implementation of enterprise-grade network solutions in data center and hybrid environments.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for complex network architectures, configurations, and integrations.
• Provide technical leadership during critical implementation phases, migrations, and transformations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, best practices, and governance frameworks.
• Drive automation and optimization initiatives to improve network reliability, performance, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver tailored, high-quality network solutions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to existing network environments.
• Support incident resolution and complex troubleshooting activities when required.

Required Qualifications

Technical Experience and Expertise

• Solid experience in network engineering within enterprise and/or data center environments.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and support highly available, secure, and resilient network infrastructures.

Core Technical Skills

Routing and Switching

• Advanced proficiency with enterprise-grade switches and routers (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Arista).
• Demonstrated expertise with routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and related technologies.

Data Center Networking

• Hands-on experience with software-defined networking and fabric-based architectures (e.g., Cisco ACI, VMware NSX).
• Practical experience integrating multi-vendor network environments.

Security and Firewalls

• Advanced knowledge of firewall platforms such as Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Cisco ASA.
• Practical experience with VPN technologies, including site-to-site and client-to-site connectivity.
• Familiarity with IDS/IPS solutions and network security best practices.

High Availability and Resilience

• Demonstrated proficiency with redundancy and failover protocols such as HSRP, VRRP, and GLBP.

Network Performance and Monitoring

• Strong understanding of Quality of Service (QoS) and traffic prioritization.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring and performance tools such as SolarWinds, Zabbix, or Nagios.

Cloud and Hybrid Networking

• Solid knowledge of hybrid cloud networking across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Practical experience with cloud-native networking services, including load balancers, virtual gateways, and cloud security configurations.

Language Skills

• Fluent English for technical communication, documentation, and presentations.
• Intermediate Spanish for collaboration with regional and global teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible, Python, and Terraform.
• Industry-recognized certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with MPLS and SD-WAN solutions.
• Additional professional certifications related to networking, cloud, or cybersecurity.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Telecommunications, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Specialized certifications and advanced academic qualifications are considered an advantage.

Locations

Equinix SP3

Av. Marcos Penteado de Ulhôa Rodrigues, 249

Santana de Parnaíba - SP

CEP: 06543-001

Equinix RJ1

Rua Voluntários da Pátria, 360

Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, RJ

CEP 22270-010, Brazil.

Work Model

• Employees are expected to work 2 days per week from the office and 3 days remotely.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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