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CentersquareDC

Senior IP Network Engineer

CentersquareDC, Coppell, Texas, United States, 75019

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Centersquare DC

is looking for a

Senior IP Network Engineer

to support a

Juniper-based EVPN/VXLAN fabric

that delivers

Layer 2 and Layer 3 services

across a highly scalable network. This role involves working with

Juniper MX and QFX5K series devices , which serve as

leaf nodes and VTEP termination points

within the fabric. The ideal candidate will be a

team player, self-driven, and capable of thinking outside the box

while ensuring network performance, automation, and security best practices. Key Responsibilities: Design, deploy, and maintain

a

Juniper EVPN/VXLAN fabric

supporting both

L2 and L3 services . Configure and optimize BGP

for scalable

service provider routing

across Juniper

MX routers . Implement and troubleshoot VXLAN & spanning-tree

across

QFX5K switches

in a multi-tenant data center environment. Manage and support VTEP terminations

on both

MX and QFX platforms . Automate network tasks

using

Ansible

to improve operational efficiency. Deploy and maintain authentication and security policies

via

TACACS . Monitor network performance and health

using

SNMP and logging tools . Collaborate with security teams

to integrate

Juniper SRX or NGFW solutions

into the fabric. Provide Tier 3 escalation support

for critical network issues and outages. Required Qualifications: 5+ years

of experience in

IP networking, BGP, and service provider routing . Strong expertise in EVPN/VXLAN, BGP, and advanced switching

(spanning-tree, VXLAN overlays). Hands-on experience with Juniper MX routers, QFX5K switches, and SRX firewalls . Experience with Ansible automation

for network configuration and provisioning. Proficiency in SNMP, logging tools, and TACACS authentication management . Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, can-do attitude . Preferred Qualifications: Juniper certifications

(e.g., JNCIP, JNCIE in Data Center or Service Provider). Familiarity with multi-vendor network automation frameworks . Experience with next-generation firewalls and micro segmentation . Areas of Responsibility (AOR): Network Operations:

Maintain and optimize EVPN/VXLAN services. BGP & Routing Management:

Configure and troubleshoot BGP and L3 services. Automation & Monitoring:

Manage Ansible playbooks, SNMP, and logging tools. Security & Firewalls:

Support SRX/NGFW implementations. Incident Resolution:

Provide Tier 3 support for network escalations. Collaboration & Documentation:

Work with cross-functional teams and maintain network documentation. This is a

high-impact role

for a

driven, innovative engineer

who thrives in

team-oriented environments

and is eager to tackle

cutting-edge networking challenges

. AAP/EEO Statement:

Centersquare DC

provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Centersquare DC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Centersquare DC

expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Evoque employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.