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London, Greater London
SDN Architect
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Job Description
The primary purpose of this role is to bring deep subject matter expertise on the topics of Software Defined Networking (SDN) and virtualization technologies as applied to Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) into a small, dynamic and multidisciplinary team. Whilst focussing mainly on SDN and NFV aspects, the successful candidate should expect to work on a number of related satcom projects, and perform tasks as necessary during the entire lifecycle of the research and development phases. Therefore, the ideal candidate will be one capable of rapidly gaining new knowledge, or otherwise exploiting previous experience, to help the team achieve their goals in a timely fashion. If the thought of working in a small team of smart people, in a start-up-like environment backed by two successful companies, where everyone contributes to solve some cutting edge problems appeals, this may be the role for you. To Apply * University degree level or equivalent in Computing Science, Engineering, Telecommunications or related technical discipline; * Current professional qualification in at least one of the essential technology areas; * Proven experience of designing and implementing large scale systems using SDN connectivity and virtualization for NFV; * Comprehensive experience and demonstrated expert knowledge in: o Software Defined Networking (SDN) with a particular preference for Contrail/OpenContrail and/or OpenDaylight; o Virtualization using Openstack/Docker or other common container and VM technologies; * Deep understanding of network switching and routing, TCP/IP, UDP/IP and multicast; * Deep understanding and practical experience of tunnelling protocols such as PBB-EVPN, VXLAN, LISP; * Superb analytical skills and the ability to bring them to bear on a new subject or requirement to rapidly identify key drivers, features, implementation choices and pitfalls. Data driven and precise, you will be able to constantly replace this knowledge to match a highly dynamic market. * You will be able to fully engage, challenge and debate technical solutions with other Subject Matter Experts, both internal and external. * Excellent self and team awareness skills to guide interactions to the most positive outcomes. * Able to drive an ad hoc team to the correct conclusions, even if individual members arrive with pre-conceived notions contrary to that conclusion. * Creative thinker and problem solver, willing to keep options open for as long as productive analysis is occurring, within timelines appropriate for the needs of the business. * Articulate and engaging written and presentation skills are considered gating criteria; an ability to present to executive staff on a regular basis. * 5+ year history of working in a relevant communications, network infrastructure or related computing infrastructure field.