Senior Network Engineer - SD-WAN Platform & Infrastructure

Telstra Corporation; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,000,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related pay

Learning programs access

Global presence across 22 countries

Relocation support options in India

Paid leave: maternity, paternity, sick

Job summary

Telstra is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our SD-WAN Engineering team in Bengaluru. You will own the end-to-end lifecycle of Cisco SD-WAN platforms, including upgrades, migrations, security remediation, and modernization.

The role involves integrating Fortinet and Palo Alto technologies and collaborating with global teams to enhance platform resilience. You will apply deep routing knowledge (BGP/OSPF), IPsec, MPLS/QoS, and automation (Python, REST APIs, IaC) to improve

Qualifications

• 9+ years of networking experience in enterprise or service provider environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela).
• Deep knowledge of SD-WAN controllers, management systems, and control plane operations.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of Cisco SD-WAN platforms, including upgrades, migrations, security remediation, and platform modernization.
• Support the introduction and integration of new SD-WAN technologies (Fortinet, Palo Alto).
• Provide deep technical troubleshooting and Level 4 engineering support for complex incidents.
• Design and support platform integrations, APIs, and automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Enhance reliability, security, monitoring, and service assurance across critical SD-WAN infrastructure.
• Collaborate with product, architecture, security, and operations teams to deliver scalable networking solutions.
• Contribute to engineering standards, documentation, governance, and technical leadership across the domain.

Skills

Cisco SD-WAN

BGP/OSPF

IPsec

MPLS/QoS

Python

REST APIs

IaC

Tools

Viptela

Fortinet

Palo Alto

Git

Ansible

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our SD-WAN Engineering team, responsible for the design, operation, security, modernization, and lifecycle management of Telstra's SD-WAN platforms.

This is a highly technical, hands-on role focused on Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela), platform engineering, automation, and operational excellence. This role is primarily focused on Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) and will also support the introduction and integration of new SD-WAN technologies such as Fortinet and Palo Alto.

While Cisco SD-WAN remains the current focus, we are expanding our technology landscape to include Fortinet, Palo Alto, and other leading SD-WAN platforms. Working closely with engineering teams in Australia and internationally, you will play a key role in evolving Telstra's SD-WAN capabilities, enhancing platform resilience, and supporting next-generation Network-as-a-Platform initiatives.

What We Offer

• Performance-related pay
• Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
• Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.
• Up to 26 weeks maternity leave provided to the birth mother with benefits for all child births
• Up to 16 weeks paid paternity leave provided to the non-birthing partners
• Employees are entitled to 21 paid annual leaves per calendar year
• Eligible employees are entitled to 12 days of paid sick / casual leave per calendar year
• Relocation support options across India, from junior to senior positions within the company
• Receive insurance benefits such as medical, accidental and life insurances

What You'll Do

• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of Cisco SD-WAN platforms, including upgrades, migrations, security remediation, and platform modernization.
• Support the introduction and integration of new SD-WAN technologies (such as Fortinet, Palo Alto)
• Provide deep technical troubleshooting and Level 4 engineering support for complex incidents.
• Design and support platform integrations, APIs, and automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Enhance reliability, security, monitoring, and service assurance across critical SD-WAN infrastructure.
• Collaborate with product, architecture, security, and operations teams to deliver scalable networking solutions.
• Contribute to engineering standards, documentation, governance, and technical leadership across the domain.

What We're Looking For

• 9+ years of networking experience in enterprise or service provider environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise with Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) platforms.
• Deep knowledge of SD-WAN controllers, management systems, and control plane operations.
• Advanced networking skills across BGP, OSPF, VRF, IPsec, MPLS, QoS, DNS, and NAT.
• Experience managing platform lifecycles, upgrades, root cause analysis, and operational excellence.
• Working knowledge of automation technologies including Python, REST APIs, Git, and Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
• Strong problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with VeloCloud, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Juniper, or Meraki technologies.
• Cloud networking experience across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Exposure to AIOps, observability, telemetry, and network automation.
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, Cisco SD-WAN Specialist, CCIE, Fortinet NSE, or cloud networking certifications.

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to work on a mission-critical SD-WAN platform, influence its future direction, and collaborate with experienced engineers and product leaders across the business. We're looking for someone who combines deep Cisco SD-WAN expertise with a willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute across a broad networking landscape.

Ready to build the next generation of SD-WAN services at Telstra?

Diversity is more than a policy - it's how we thrive

We know diverse teams deliver better outcomes, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported - regardless of gender, background, or ability.

We strongly encourage women and gender-diverse people to apply and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements or adjustments to the recruitment process.