Professional Services Network Engineer

Xpand-Net is a specialized partner in designing, securing, and managing mission-critical traffic infrastructures. They are seeking a Professional Services Network Engineer to deliver best-in-class implementations across advanced networking and security solutions for enterprise and service provider customers, ensuring successful outcomes and high customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute Professional Services engagements, including solution design, deployment, migration, and optimization
• Deliver and configure ADC (Application Delivery Controller) solutions to provide advanced load balancing, security, and performance capabilities
• Implement Carrier-Grade NAT (CGN) solutions to support IPv4 preservation, IPv6 migration, and high-scale networking environments
• Deploy DDoS protection solutions (e.g., Thunder TPS / One-DDoS Protection) for multi-vector attack detection and mitigation at scale
• Provide architectural guidance on traffic-flow optimization, capacity planning, and high availability
• Assist in migration and integration from legacy or third-party platforms (F5, Citrix NetScaler, Cisco ACE)
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex deployment issues, working with customers and internal engineering teams
• Use tools such as protocol analyzers and traffic monitors to verify performance and security post-deployment
• Produce professional documentation, including solution designs, implementation guides, and customer handoffs
• Provide limited post-deployment support, including hypercare during go-lives and customer education sessions

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in networking, application delivery, or network security, ideally in Professional Services, consulting, or project delivery
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (VLANs, VRRP/HSRP, OSPF, BGP, IPv4/IPv6, NAT) and L4-L7 application behaviour
• Demonstrated ability to implement complex solutions involving: ADC technologies (load balancing, SSL offload, health checks, GSLB), Carrier-Grade NAT (CGN / CGNAT) and IPv6 transition strategies, DDoS detection and mitigation strategies and tooling, A10 Networks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical ideas clearly
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable with on-site and remote customer engagements, including travel as required
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Experience with one or more of the following platforms preferred: A10 Networks, F5 BIG-IP, Citrix NetScaler / ADC, Cisco ACE
• Advanced networking/security certifications desired (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, A10 ACE, F5 BIG-IP)