Network Engineer II - IN

The Network Operations Engineer will create and maintain customer loyalty by providing Fanatical Support above and beyond customer expectations. Location : Remote Shift timings : 11:30 pm/12:30 pm IST onwards (IND 3rd Shift) JOB REQUIREMENTS: Key Accountabilities: Provide exceptional customer support via the ticketing system and phone Detect events in a timely manner using monitoring tools. Mitigates DDoS attacks to protect customer and shared infrastructure Document planned and unplanned network events in appropriate tracking and turnover systems. Troubleshoot and resolve network events and create event documentation accordingly. Take ownership of level-appropriate customer requests and issues and engineer escalations, seeing them through to resolution. Escalate support requests to next level engineers and communicate with Incident Management as appropriate. Escalate to vendors and follow up as needed to ensure problem resolution. Adhere to Change Management and Maintenance policy and process. Participate and provide input to Root Cause Analysis. Take ownership of projects self-identified or assigned and ensure proper and complete documentation and resolution. Review, assist in defining, and sign off on policy and process standards. Key Performance Indicators Ticket Contribution and Phone Availability: Provide correct and helpful expertise to resolve issues, maintaining high ticket evaluations results High level of first pass yield and success on written, quality checked, tested, and executed maintenances Prompt and correct responses to network events Maintain proficiency in troubleshooting, tools, and technologies PERSON SPECIFICATION: The Network Operations Network Engineer II has an intermediate to advanced aptitude with: All supported network platforms (Cisco 2900, 3500, 3700, 4900, 6500, ASR1k, ASR9k, Nexus 3k, Nexus 6k, Nexus 7k, Arista 7000, etc…) All supported Layer 2 and 3 protocols and features (STP, HSRP, VLANs, CDP, port-channels, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, DWDM, etc…) Monitoring systems (Arbor, Zenoss, Syslog, SolarWinds, WhatsUp Gold, etc…) The Network Operations Network Engineer II: Is able to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work under pressure Is comfortable and proficient in delegating tasks to other engineers Is detail-oriented in documenting information and able to own customer issues through resolution Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills coupled with a desire to take on responsibility Has a desire to expand personal technical knowledge and mentor other engineers to expand knowledge Identifies were process can be improved and engages managers and other teams to implement those improvements The ideal candidate possesses: A minimum of 5 years of recent networking experience in a command-line oriented environment Experience with responsibility for configuration and problem resolution of OSPF and/or BGP CCNP-level aptitude A minimum of 12 months of experience in a customer service role Excellent written and verbal communication skills Critical thinking skills and the ability to provide solutions with precision during high-pressure situations Schedule flexibility to include working a weekend day regularly and holidays as required by the business About Rackspace Technology Rackspace Technology is the trusted operator of the full enterprise AI stack, from governed private cloud to AI inference and agents in production. From edge to core to cloud, we operate the infrastructure, data layer, and software integration to deliver business outcomes with the predictable cost, reliability, security, and compliance that regulated and mission-critical environments demand. We support customers in more than 120 countries with AI capabilities spanning private cloud, public cloud, applications, data and cyber resilience. More on Rackspace Technology Though we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Embrace Technology. Empower Customers. Deliver the Future. Excellence: We’re an accountable, disciplined, high-performing company with proven results. Customer-driven: We’re proactive, collaborative and committed to success for our customers. Expertise: We’re passionate learners, rooted in our customers’ business to provide unbiased solutions. Agility: We’re adopting new technologies and evolving services to meet customers where they are in their journey. Compassion: We’re one team, doing the right thing for our customers, communities and each other. We’re looking for team members who are ready to unleash their creativity, collaborate with talented coworkers and make a lasting impact in the IT field. Could that be you?