Data Center Infrastructure Architect

Data Center Infrastructure ArchitectThis role is for a senior, hands-on Data Center Network Engineer to support and evolve a global, Cisco-centric data center network environment. The position involves contributing hands-on engineering expertise to support Cisco ACI and VPN infrastructure, while introducing practical automation to improve resiliency, scalability, and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will join an experienced team and play a key part in new data center builds, modernization initiatives, and cloud migration efforts. The focus is on execution and operational improvement over high-level strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport and maintain all data center network infrastructure, including Cisco ACI fabrics, the Cisco Nexus switching environment, VPN infrastructure, and related network visibility tooling.Assist with standing up new data centers and building out new network architectures.Design and implement connectivity between legacy and new data centers during migration phases.Perform software upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management for ACI fabrics and network devices.Improve network resiliency, stability, and operational readiness through engineering improvements.Assist in migrating workloads between on-premises data centers and cloud environments.Contribute to operational tasks, troubleshooting, and ongoing infrastructure improvements.Participate in performance monitoring and remediation of network issues.Required QualificationsTechnical Skills:Strong experience with Cisco ACI, including operating and supporting complex ACI fabrics.Deep understanding of data center networking architecture and design, including concepts such as BGP, EVPN, VXLAN, and leaf-spine topologies.Experience with Cisco Nexus switches and Cisco VPN technologies.Demonstrated ability to execute, build, fix, and improve infrastructure directly in a hands-on capacity.Experience with Python, Ansible, or similar scripting and automation tools.Team & Cultural Fit:Must be collaborative and able to integrate into a highly tenured team environment.Must demonstrate humility, strong teamwork, and a willingness to contribute at all levels.Willingness to listen, learn, and contribute constructively is essential for success.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in large-scale enterprise or telecom-level network environments.Experience supporting global data center infrastructure.Exposure to AWS and/or GCP networking environments and an understanding of hybrid connectivity.Experience supporting migrations between on-premises and cloud environments.Golang or Terraform experience is beneficial.Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.