Lead Network Engineer - SD-WAN & AIOps Specialist

EPAM Systems; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Flexible benefits

LinkedIn Learning access

Relocation opportunities

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Hyderabad is seeking a Lead Network Engineer – SD-WAN & AIOps Specialist to drive Cisco SD-WAN platform integration, telemetry, and automation across enterprise and cloud environments.

You will design end-to-end SD-WAN architecture, implement ZTP templates, automate with Python/Ansible/Terraform, and advance observability with ThousandEyes, Grafana, and Dynatrace.

A Bachelor's degree is required, with 8–12 years' experience and certifications welcome.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years total experience with at least 5+ years in Cisco SD-WAN engineering.
• Experience with automation and observability tools is required.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement end-to-end Cisco SD-WAN management across vManage, vSmart, vBond, and edge devices.
• Automate Day-0 to Day-N tasks using Python, Ansible, and Terraform via Cisco SDKs and REST APIs.
• Implement ZTP/PnP templates to scale deployments across campuses and branches.
• Enhance observability with AI/ML frameworks and tools like ThousandEyes, Grafana, and Dynatrace.
• Maintain security-by-design with network segmentation and SASE structures.

Skills

Python scripting

REST APIs

Ansible

Terraform

Cisco SD-WAN

Telemetry/Observability

Linux

Docker

Wireshark

DHCP/DNS/PKI/AAA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Cisco vManage

Docker

KVM

Wireshark

Dynatrace

ThousandEyes

Grafana

Terraform

Job description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.We are seeking a Lead Network Engineer – SD-WAN & AIOps Specialist to drive Cisco SD-WAN platform integration, telemetry, observability, and automation initiatives across enterprise and cloud environments.ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement end-to-end management of Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN architecture, including core control plane components: Cisco SD-WAN Manager (vManage), Controller (vSmart), Validator (vBond), and Edge routers (cEdge/vEdge)Drive Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) and Plug-and-Play (PnP) templates to scale deployments across campuses, branches, and colocation facilitiesConfigure Cisco Cloud OnRamp for SaaS and IaaS to deliver optimized application path selection and multi-cloud connectivityMaintain service uptime guidelines by managing control component certificates, on-demand snapshots, and automated software upgradesIntegrate AI/ML capability frameworks within Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) and Cisco ThousandEyes to establish deep visibility and predictive problem mitigationAutomate Day-0 to Day-N configuration tasks using Python, Ansible, and Terraform via Cisco SDKs and REST APIsLeverage telemetry data, NetFlow, and streaming logs to build predictive baselines, optimize bandwidth usage, and forecast capacityEmbed Security-by-Design principles using application-aware routing, micro-segmentation, zones, and centralized SASE structuresConfigure and troubleshoot complex Layer 2 and Layer 3 policies, including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, BFD, QoS, and IPsec/GRE encapsulationRequirements8–12 years of total experience, including 5+ years of hands-on Cisco SD-WAN engineering and 3+ years of automation and observability experienceKnowledge of Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) architecture and operations, vManage APIs, and the Overlay Management Protocol (OMP)Skills in Python scripting, REST API integration, and automation tools such as Ansible and TerraformExpertise in AIOps, event correlation, telemetry, and observability tools including ThousandEyes, Grafana, and DynatraceProficiency in utilizing Linux, Docker/KVM hypervisors, and programming environments to interact with system APIsFamiliarity with packet capture analysis (Wireshark) and core services such as DHCP, DNS, PKI, and AAA/RADIUS securityBackground in managing enterprise-grade Cisco routing/switching environments, with at least 2–3 years focused on Cisco SD-WAN solutions and network automationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldNice to haveCisco Certified Specialist - Enterprise SD-WAN Implementation (ENSDWI)Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)Cisco Certified DevNet Associate / ProfessionalWe offerOpportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographiesVast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certificationsOpportunity to share your ideas on international platformsSponsored Tech Talks & HackathonsUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsPossibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projectsFocused individual developmentBenefit package:Health benefitsRetirement benefitsPaid time offFlexible benefitsForums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)