Network Engineer

About The Company

CloudFulcrum is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable cloud and networking services to organizations worldwide. Our mission is to empower businesses with cutting-edge infrastructure, ensuring seamless connectivity, robust security, and scalable solutions that foster growth and resilience. With a focus on excellence and customer satisfaction, CloudFulcrum leverages the latest advancements in networking, cloud computing, and automation to meet the evolving needs of our clients across various industries.

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join our dynamic team at CloudFulcrum in Bangalore, India. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining our corporate and datacenter network infrastructure. This role is critical in ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of our global operations. You will manage the full lifecycle of campus and datacenter networks, including access switching, wireless LAN, spine-leaf fabrics, and next-generation firewall policies. Your expertise will help drive the reliability and performance of CloudFulcrum's on-premises infrastructure, supporting our mission to deliver uninterrupted and secure services to our clients.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor's degree in any relevant field and have 4-6 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering. Certifications such as PCNSE, CCNP Enterprise, CWNA, or CWSP are preferred. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with Palo Alto Networks NGFWs and Panorama, along with a strong understanding of routing and switching fundamentals including BGP, OSPF, VLANs, STP/RSTP, and LACP. Experience with enterprise wireless networks, datacenter networking concepts like spine-leaf architecture, VxLAN/EVPN, and high-availability designs is essential. Additionally, familiarity with network automation tools such as Python, Ansible, or Terraform, and knowledge of cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain the corporate LAN infrastructure, including access, distribution, and core switching, VLANs, STP, and QoS configurations for headquarters and remote offices. Manage and optimize wireless LAN networks, conducting site surveys, RF planning, SSID design, and troubleshooting client connectivity issues. Administer network access control protocols such as 802.1X, certificate-based authentication, and guest network segmentation to ensure secure access.

Operate and evolve the datacenter network, including spine-leaf architecture, BGP routing, VxLAN/EVPN overlays, and high-availability configurations. Monitor network performance and capacity proactively, utilizing observability tools like SNMP, streaming telemetry, and NetFlow/sFlow to identify and resolve issues swiftly. Collaborate with server, storage, and platform engineering teams on physical connectivity, new service deployments, and capacity planning.

Manage Palo Alto Networks NGFW platforms, including policy management, App-ID, URL filtering, Threat Prevention, and WildFire integration. Administer GlobalProtect VPN and Prisma Access to facilitate secure remote access, enforcing zero-trust segmentation between zones. Conduct regular firewall rule reviews, clean up redundant policies, and support security audits to maintain optimal security posture.

Develop and implement automation scripts and workflows using Python, Ansible, and Terraform to streamline network operations, reduce manual effort, and enhance consistency. Utilize AI-assisted tools for log analysis, documentation, and runbook generation, ensuring efficient incident response and operational excellence.

Benefits

At CloudFulcrum, we offer competitive compensation packages, including salary, equity options, and comprehensive health benefits. Our employees enjoy a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and continuous learning. We provide opportunities for skill development through training and certifications, along with a flexible work culture that promotes work-life balance. Additionally, our workplace fosters diversity and inclusion, ensuring all team members are valued and empowered to contribute their best.

Equal Opportunity

CloudFulcrum is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to innovate and serve our clients effectively, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.