Network SME
About the job
- Deep hands-on L2/L3 networking expertise, including LAN/WAN, VLANs, dot1Q, QinQ, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS VPN (L2VPN/L3VPN), IGP, CoS/QoS, ACLs, subnetting/CIDR, and IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack.
- Expertise in WAN and access technologies, including Ethernet Access, IPSec, Internet, NNI interconnects, Public Cloud Interconnects, and HA/VRRP.
- Knowledge of network management and operations, including NTP, DNS, SNMP, OAM, OOB, change control, and SLA management.
- Knowledge of uCPE, Edge NFV, ZTP, service chaining, Overlay/Underlay, SD-WAN, SASE, Application Policy, Hybrid VPN, and Gateways.
- Hands-on configuration experience with at least one SD-WAN platform: VMware VeloCloud, Cisco Viptela, or Silver Peak/HPE.
- Basic firewall configuration experience, including IPSec, security zones, policies, and ACLs, using Fortinet, Palo Alto, vSRX, or equivalent.
- Ability to reverse-engineer network designs and ETGs from configurations and translate configuration logic to OSS/automation teams.
- 10–12 years of experience in networking or infrastructure roles, with a strong design and operations background.
- CCNP, CCNP-SP (CCIP), CCIE-level knowledge, JNCIE, or equivalent is required.
- Design, deploy, and operate labs for complex enterprise and service-provider-grade network services.
- Provide advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.
- Understand network service intent and support fulfilment scenarios, including new installations, upgrades, and MACDs.
- Advise on network failure scenarios and define requirements for OSS Network Monitoring, RCA, and Assurance.
- Translate network configuration logic and design intent to OSS/automation teams; review and validate automation outputs.
- Design, rack, and manage a remote network lab, including preparing BoM/BoQ and managing power/HVAC considerations, inventory, assets, licences, and procurement.
- Collaborate with service design, DTAC, assurance operations, IT, and cyber security teams.
- Maintain network design documentation, ETGs, and operational runbooks; mentor engineers and share knowledge.
- Cisco Viptela, Juniper, Fortinet, Palo Alto, F5, or Riverbed certifications.
- Expert-level firewall configuration using Fortinet, Palo Alto, or vSRX.
- SRE scripting, IaC, or Ansible for network automation.
- Azure Networking and cloud interconnect experience.
- Intent-based Networking, NetConf/YANG, NMS, and OSS/BSS integration.
- VoIP or wireless network knowledge.
About the company
Prodapt focuses on the telecommunications, media, and technology sector (the 'Connectedness' industry) by providing specialized consulting and managed services. It helps clients through a service-based model that includes strategic consulting, application development, systems integration, and ongoing operational support. Its offerings cover digital transformation, cloud and network services, fiber rollout, 5G enablement, cloud migration, and applying AI to network operations to modernize telecom operators and digital platform companies. What sets Prodapt apart is its deep, industry-specific focus on the Connectedness vertical, allowing it to build tailored frameworks and solutions rather than generic IT services, backed by global reach across the Americas, Europe, India, and Africa. The company aims to be a strategic partner that helps clients navigate the evolving digital landscape, accelerate deployment of new services, and optimize network operations.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total Funding
$75M
Headquarters
India
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- OpenAI Select Partner status should accelerate enterprise AI deal flow in 2026.
- ISO 42001 certification strengthens sales into regulated telecom and media accounts.
- Panama expansion and Richardson innovation center improve nearshore execution for Americas growth.
What critics are saying
- Prodapt's workforce fell 8.5% from 2023 to March 2026, signaling pressure.
- Telecom client spending remains cyclical; losing one CSP could quickly hit utilization.
- OpenAI partnership commoditizes delivery unless Prodapt wins proprietary telecom AI products.
What makes Prodapt unique
- OpenAI Select Partner in August 2026, validating its telecom-native AI services brand.
- OneFibreData on Snowflake targets fiber operators with domain-specific data workflows.
- Panama and Dallas centers deepen Americas delivery for CSP clients.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options