Network Switching & Routing Engineer

Quantum Integrators; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is looking for a Network Switching & Routing Engineer with over 8 years of experience. The ideal candidate should have expert-level knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts and a proven track record of troubleshooting complex issues. Proficiency with enterprise switching platforms and packet-level analysis using tools like Wireshark is essential. CCNP or CCIE certification preferred. This role requires working US EST hours from Pune or Nagpur office.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in networking with emphasis on troubleshooting.
• Proven experience in handling critical incidents in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with enterprise and data center switching platforms.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex switching issues such as STP loops and broadcast storms.
• Design and support high-availability architectures.
• Perform packet-level analysis to isolate root causes.

Skills

Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts

Troubleshooting complex switching issues

Packet-level analysis using Wireshark

Enterprise and data center switching platforms

Communication skills

Education

CCNP or CCIE certification (Routing & Switching / Enterprise Infrastructure)

Tools

Wireshark

Job description

Role: Network Switching & Routing Engineer (CCNP/CCIE level) role, with emphasis on troubleshooting

Location: Pune or Nagpur office

Experience: 8+ years

Work Timings: US EST timings (06:30 pm to 03:30 am IST)

Job Description:

• Expert-level knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking concepts including VLANs, STP (RSTP/MST), EtherChannel, ARP, routing protocols HSRP/VRRP, and multicast.
• Overall 8+ years of experience. Very good communication skill required.
• Proven experience troubleshooting complex switching issues such as STP loops, broadcast storms, MAC flapping, VLAN mismatches, trunking errors, port-security violations, and asymmetric routing
• Strong hands-on experience with enterprise and data center switching platforms (e.g., Cisco Catalyst/Meraki, Juniper) and deep understanding of control-plane vs. data-plane behavior.
• Ability to perform packet-level analysis using tools such as Wireshark, SPAN/ERSPAN, and CLI-based debugging commands to isolate root cause quickly.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting high-availability architectures (stacking, VSS, vPC, MLAG, redundant core/distribution designs).
• CCNP or CCIE certification (Routing & Switching / Enterprise Infrastructure) preferred, with demonstrated ability to handle critical incidents in large-scale enterprise environments.