At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major Cisco-to-Arista data centre migrations and design scalable network solutions.
- Company: Join a dynamic team transforming EMEA data centre networks.
- Benefits: Remote work, competitive rate, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for travel and collaboration across Europe.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in cutting-edge network technology and automation.
- Qualifications: CCIE-level expertise in enterprise data centre networking and hands-on Arista experience.
Contract: Senior Arista Network Engineer
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 12 months
Location: Remote in UK or Europe with occasional travel to Europe
Rate: Negotiable (depending on experience) (Inside IR35 if UK)
Reference: 20681
MUST HAVE EXPERTISE IN: Arista AVD (Arista Validated Designs), network automation framework, VXLAN, EVPN, BGP, Cisco Nexus, Data Centre.
We're looking for a Senior Network Engineer with CCIE-level expertise to support a major transformation of a client's EMEA data centre network estate. This is a hands-on contract role focused on migrating legacy Cisco infrastructure to a modern Arista environment. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering large-scale network migrations, providing technical leadership throughout the project while working closely with engineering teams to ensure a smooth transition.
What you'll be doing:
- Leading Cisco-to-Arista data centre migration activities
- Designing and implementing scalable Arista network fabrics
- Working with EVPN/VXLAN, routing, switching and data centre networking technologies
- Using Arista CloudVision, CVaaS and AVD to automate deployments and manage configurations
- Converting network configurations into AVD YAML and supporting GitOps-based deployment pipelines
- Producing technical documentation and mentoring internal engineering teams throughout the migration
What we're looking for:
- CCIE-level knowledge of enterprise data centre networking (certification preferred but not essential)
- Extensive experience with Cisco Nexus, NX-OS, vPC and large-scale Cisco environments
- Strong hands-on experience with Arista EOS, CloudVision, AVD and EVPN/VXLAN
- Proven background delivering Cisco-to-Arista migration projects
- Experience with network automation, GitOps or CI/CD pipelines would be highly desirable
- Knowledge of VMware Cloud Foundation, Palo Alto firewalls and F5/NetScaler technologies would be advantageous
Senior Arista Network Consultant in Stoke-on-Trent employer: Networking People (UK) Limited
Join a forward-thinking company in London that values innovation and technical excellence, offering a collaborative work culture where your expertise as an SAP Technical Architect will be recognised and rewarded. With a focus on employee growth, you will have access to continuous learning opportunities and the chance to lead impactful projects within a complex SAP landscape. Enjoy the benefits of a competitive rate, flexible onsite working arrangements, and the support of a dynamic team dedicated to achieving success together.
Contact Details:
Networking People (UK) Limited Recruitment Team
