L3 Network Engineer: Strategy & Technical Leadership

L3 Network Engineer: Strategy & Technical Leadership Objective: To provide expert-level technical oversight, lead complex migration strategies, and act as the final escalation point for critical network incidents. Key Responsibilities: • Strategic Leadership: Lead large-scale migration projects and complex deployments, acting as the technical authority during critical cutover windows. • Technical Oversight (MW): Provide "on-call" support during night-time maintenance windows; review and approve MOPs for high-risk activities. • RCA & Optimization: Conduct deep-dive Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for complex outages and implement preventative measures. • Automation & Mentorship: Develop Python/Ansible scripts to automate deployment tasks and mentor L2 engineers on advanced routing and troubleshooting techniques. Required Skills: • 6–10 years of experience in large-scale service provider environments. • Expert-level knowledge of MPLS-TE, Segment Routing, and high-availability design. • Strong project management mindset with the ability to lead cross-functional teams during critical night-time deployments. Core Expectations for Both Roles • Sustainable High Performance: Commitment to maintaining network stability while meeting aggressive deployment timelines. • Shift Flexibility: Availability to support night-time maintenance windows as per the project schedule. • Documentation Excellence: Every deployment must be supported by a validated MOP and concluded with updated configuration audits. • Collaboration: Active participation in bridge calls and seamless communication between night-shift execution and day-shift planning teams.