We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced ACI Subject Matter Expert to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in Cisco ACI and have a solid background in Data Center LAN technologies, such as fabric switching, load balancing, DNS/DHCP, zoning, and segmentation. With strong knowledge of routing protocols including IGP/BGP and traffic engineering, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our operations across the APAC and EMEA regions.

Key Responsibilities:

Expert Troubleshooting: Act as the primary expert resource for complex troubleshooting related to Cisco ACI and associated data center technologies, providing insights and resolutions for high-impact issues. Training and Development: Ensure operational teams are thoroughly trained on new technologies and best practices, facilitating workshops and training sessions to enhance team capabilities. Governance and Standards: Maintain and enforce governance on infrastructure standards and policies, ensuring compliance and consistency across the APAC and EMEA regions. Collaboration with SRE: Work closely with Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams to automate manual operational tasks, enhancing efficiency and reliability within our data center environment. Engineering Assistance: Assist the engineering team in updating standards and monitoring changes to architecture, providing guidance to ensure adherence to best practices. Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including playbooks and standard operating procedures, to support operational excellence and knowledge sharing. Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to address requirements and ensure that technical solutions align with business objectives.

 

Qualifications:

Minimum 5- 10 years extensive experience as an ACI Subject Matter Expert with a proven track record of system-wide implementations within Cisco ACI environments. Strong working knowledge of Data Center LAN technologies, including fabric switching, load balancing, DNS/DHCP, zoning, and segmentation. Deep understanding of routing protocols, specifically IGP/BGP, and experience with traffic engineering principles. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex networking issues and lead incident resolution efforts effectively.  Scripting Skills: Proficiency in scripting, with a strong focus on Ansible and JSON; additional scripting skills in other languages are a plus. Hands-on experience with APIC (Application Policy Infrastructure Controller) and NexusBoard in the ACI environment. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP Data Center, CCIE, Cisco ACI Specialist) are highly desirable. Experience working in a multinational team environment, particularly within APAC and EMEA regions.

Benefits: 

Day 1 HMO + 2 dependents upon regularization Hybrid set-up Retirement benefits