Cisco SDWAN Meraki

Senior Network Architect / Lead Network Engineer (Cloud, WAN & SD-WAN)

Location: Hyderabad

Experience: 6+ Years

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Network Architect / Lead Network Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise-scale network infrastructure across data centers, cloud environments, and global WAN networks. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Cisco Meraki, WAN technologies, cloud networking, routing protocols, SD-WAN solutions, and network automation. This role requires strong technical leadership and hands-on experience in managing complex hybrid connectivity environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise WAN, LAN, and cloud networking solutions.

• Architect and support global network infrastructures leveraging Cisco Meraki, traditional WAN, and SD-WAN technologies.

• Manage and optimize routing environments using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP across on-premises data centers and cloud platforms.

• Design and support cloud connectivity solutions including:

• Azure ExpressRoute

• Azure Virtual WAN

• AWS Direct Connect

• GCP Interconnect

• Lead network transformation and modernization initiatives involving cloud migration and SD-WAN deployments.

• Manage Internet Edge, ISP, MPLS, DIA, and hybrid connectivity architectures.

• Troubleshoot complex network performance, routing, and connectivity issues.

• Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure high availability and optimal network performance.

• Develop network standards, documentation, and architectural best practices.

• Leverage network monitoring and analytics tools utilizing SNMP, NetFlow, Syslog, and other telemetry technologies.

• Drive network automation initiatives using Python, Ansible, or similar automation frameworks.

• Evaluate emerging networking technologies and recommend strategic improvements.

Required Skills & Experience

Networking & Routing

• Expert-level knowledge of Cisco Meraki solutions.

• Strong expertise in:

• BGP

• OSPF

• EIGRP

• Route Redistribution

• Traffic Engineering

• Experience managing routing and connectivity for large-scale data center and cloud environments.

WAN & SD-WAN

• Advanced expertise in:

• WAN Technologies

• MPLS Networks

• DIA & Internet Edge Routing

• SD-WAN Architecture and Implementation

• Hands-on experience with enterprise SD-WAN deployments and operations.

• Exposure to Cisco Viptela SD-WAN is a strong advantage.

Cloud Networking

• Strong experience with cloud connectivity architectures across:

• Microsoft Azure

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

• Hands-on implementation experience with:

• Azure ExpressRoute

• Azure Virtual WAN

• AWS Direct Connect

• Cloud interconnect and hybrid networking solutions

Automation & Monitoring

• Experience with network automation and orchestration tools.

• Knowledge of:

• Python Scripting

• Ansible

• REST APIs

• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools using:

• SNMP

• NetFlow

• Syslog

• Performance Monitoring Platforms