Specialist - Infra Architecture - IN
The role is responsible to develop and manage the overall infrastructure architecture. They typically design and manage the integration systems of servers, load balancers, storage arrays, virtual environments, operating systems, networks, core infrastructure hardware, software and integration points.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
- Infrastructure architects often participate in project reviews and program audits to redefine technology standards, processes and policies related to core infrastructure.
- In addition, they will be responsible for driving the IT tool selection based on business and IT strategy, cost, supportability, security and performance.
Educational Requirements
- University (Degree) Preferred
Work Experience
- 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred
Physical Requirements
- Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work
Career Level
7IC
Network Engineering Assurance
We are looking for a network engineering candidate who will be responsible for leading various network assurance deliverables.
Key responsibilities:
- Deploy SDN management system that supports automation in the full lifecycle of the network
- Integrate policies, visibility and orchestrate functions with WAN and data center domains
- Design deploy and support Global Network Infrastructures utilizing industry best practices
- Hands-on experience with SDWAN, SD Access, DNAC & Wireless technologies with implementation exposure
- Deep understanding and experience with routing protocols (such as BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and network protocols (such as IPv4, IPv6, NAT, Multicast, Spanning Tree, QoS)
- Knowledge of routing and switching hardware platforms architecture, forwarding and data planes
- Network Automation experience for Python, Postman, Shell Scripting
- Design and develop various network assurance dashboard for insights of network environment
- Develop implementation plans, test plans, and project timelines for various network projects
- Leverage Software Defined Networking (SDN) technology for simplified operations, automation and troubleshooting
- Engage in complex production impacting technical issues and work to troubleshoot and restore service
- Collaboration with other technical Infrastructure Teams
Preferred Candidate:
- 8 to 10 years of experience working with network and telecommunications technology
- Excellent problem solving, communication – both written and verbal and articulation skills
- Excellent programming and development acumen
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology related field of study with a network engineering focus
- CCNP in Data Center / Wireless / Encore would be an added plus
- Ability to think through problems and visualize solutions.
- An ability to learn new technologies quickly
- Strong documentation skills
- Ability to work with all levels of staff within and outside of IT and outside the organization.
- A self-starter able to work independently but comfortable working in a team environment.
- Ability to work in both strategic and operational situations
- Experience in a high-availability, fast-paced environment
Related Skills
Application Programming Interface (API) Development/Integration, Automation, Communication, Consultative Communication, Containerization, DevOps, Enterprise Application Integration, Influence, Organizational Savviness, Problem Solving, Prototyping, Relationship Management, Scalability/Reliability, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Design/Analysis
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Company Overview
TIAA Global Capabilities was established in 2016 with a mission to tap into a vast pool of talent, reduce risk by insourcing key platforms and processes, as well as contribute to innovation with a focus on enhancing our technology stack. TIAA Global Capabilities is focused on building a scalable and sustainable organization , with a focus on technology , operations and expanding into the shared services business space.
Working closely with our U.S. colleagues and other partners, our goal is to reduce risk, improve the efficiency of our technology and processes and develop innovative ideas to increase throughput and productivity.
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