Lead Data Center Engineer

Insight Global; United States; On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance offerings

Paid leave

Job summary

A premier staffing solutions firm in the United States is seeking a Team Lead to provide technical leadership for complex network projects. This role focuses on designing and implementing changes in ACI environments, serving as an escalation point for troubleshooting, and supporting automation initiatives using Python. Candidates must have hands-on experience with APIC, strong communication skills, and a CCIE Data Center certification. The position offers competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with network design and implementation.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network configurations.
• Experience leading or mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for complex network projects.
• Design and implement changes in ACI environments.
• Act as a technical escalation point for troubleshooting.

Skills

Hands-on experience with APIC

Troubleshooting fabric discovery issues

Proven experience in ACI migration and design

Deep knowledge of NX-OS

Proficiency in Python

Exceptional communication skills

Education

CCIE Data Center

Tools

Nexus 2k/5k/7k/9k platforms

Automation tools (e.g., Ansible)

Job description

Base pay range

$40.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Job Overview

As a Team Lead, you will serve as an escalation point and provide technical leadership for complex network projects. While you will not have direct reports, junior engineers will rely on you for guidance and mentorship. Your role involves:

• Designing and implementing changes in ACI environments.
• Acting as a technical escalation point for troubleshooting and solution design.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external executives to ensure seamless delivery.
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Supporting automation initiatives using Python and related tools.

Must-Haves

• Hands‑on experience with APIC, fabric setup, contracts, policies, and multi‑site.
• Ability to troubleshoot fabric discovery issues, endpoint learning problems, Static Bindings, Bridge Domains, and L3Out configurations.
• Proven experience in ACI migration and design.
• Deep knowledge of NX‑OS, vPC, FabricPath, VXLAN, EVPN.
• Configuration and troubleshooting of Nexus 2k/5k/7k/9k platforms.
• Strong understanding of OSPF, BGP, route maps, redistribution, and peering.
• Proficiency in Python for ACI migrations and automation tasks.
• Familiarity with XML, JSON, and tools like NSO, Postman, Insomnia.
• CCIE Data Center (required)
• Demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience.
• Exceptional communication skills for engaging engineers and executives.

Plusses

• Experience designing high‑availability networks and failover scenarios.
• Exposure to multicast routing and advanced Nexus configurations.
• Familiarity with automation frameworks beyond NSO (e.g., Ansible).
• Prior experience in global service delivery or customer‑facing roles.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Insight Global is committed to diversity and inclusivity.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role may include healthcare insurance offerings and paid leave as provided by applicable law.