Senior Network Engineer – Data Center & Ethernet Solutions

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in Ethernet technologies, data center networking, DevOps automation, and modern network architectures. This role is customer-facing and requires a strong blend of technical depth, solution design capabilities, and hands-on implementation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide Ethernet networking expertise throughout the sales cycle, partnering with customers to design, architect, and test advanced Ethernet solutions.
• Develop and evaluate DevOps automation scripts for network operations, including network architecture design and switch configuration development.
• Execute tasks related to network implementation, validation, and integration within data center environments.
• Engage with customers to gather technical requirements, design next‑generation data center network architectures, and validate solutions through simulations and testing.
• Configure and troubleshoot VXLAN‑EVPN‑based architectures.
• Support customer deployments, deliver ad‑hoc knowledge transfer, and prepare comprehensive handover documentation.
• Work independently and proactively prioritize tasks to optimize technology outcomes and improve customer experience.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with networking fundamentals, Ethernet switch configuration, TCP/IP stack, and data center architectures.
• Proven experience designing and validating data center network solutions.
• Strong proficiency with VXLAN‑EVPN configuration and troubleshooting.
• Background in network automation tooling (e.g., Ansible, Salt, Puppet).
• Ability to work autonomously, manage priorities, and collaborate effectively with customers.
• Experience producing deployment documentation, knowledge transfer materials, and operational handovers.
• B.Sc. in Engineering or CCNP certification (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong combination of interpersonal skills and technical acumen.
• Linux certifications or strong Linux operating experience.
• Advanced internetwork expert certifications such as CCIE, JNCIE, ACE‑E (Data Center preferred).
• Experience working with Cumulus OS.
• InfiniBand certifications or hands‑on experience

Why Matrix

Matrix is a global, dynamic, fast-growing technical consultancy leading technology services company with 13000 employees worldwide. Since its foundation in 2001, Matrix has made more travelers and acquisitions and has executed some of the largest, most significant. The company specializes in implementing and developing leading technologies, software solutions, and products. It provides its customers with infrastructure and consulting services, IT outsourcing, offshore, training and assimilation, and Ves as representatives for the world's leading software vendors. With vast experience in private and public sectors, ranging from Finance, Telecom, Health, Hi-Tech, Education, Defense, and Secu city, Matrix's customer base includes guest organizations in Israel and a steadily growing client base worldwide.

We are comprised of talented, creative, and dedicated individuals passionate about delivering innovative solutions to the market. We source and foster the best talent and recognize that all employee's contributions are integral to our company's future.

Matrix- success is based on a challenging work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and rewarding career opportunities. We encourage a diverse work environment of sharing, learning, and ceding together. Come and join the winning team! You'll be challenged and have fun in a highly respected organization. To Learn More, Visit Matrix -ifs. Com