Network Engineer

Job Title: SD-WAN Implementation Engineer
Contract: 12 MonthsWork Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina (Hybrid)
Job Overview:We are looking for an experienced SD-WAN Implementation Engineer in Buenos Aires. The role requires hands-on expertise in designing, configuring, and managing SD-WAN solutions such as Versa, Fortinet, and other leading platforms. The candidate will work closely with clients to deploy, maintain, and optimize SD-WAN infrastructure across global enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities:Build, Run and Operate leading SDWAN solutions like Fortinet, Versa, Cisco etc.Prior experience in SDWAN SME roles.Configure, implement, and troubleshoot SD-WAN solutions (Versa, Fortinet, etc.) in enterprise environments.Experience with Implementing SDWAN logical builds (Head ends, Orchestrator) at DC and DMZ.Knowledge of Conducting comprehensive post-build checks, including end-to-end SDWAN functional & integration testing and checkpoint completions.Perform integration of SD-WAN with existing WAN, LAN, and security infrastructures.Perform Day 0, Day 1 and Day 2 activities and create runbooks for themCollaborate with client teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Monitor, manage, and optimize SD-WAN performance for reliability and scalability.Provide L3/L4 level support, root cause analysis, and incident resolution.Work on network migrations, upgrades, and new deployments.Document configuration standards, network diagrams, and operational procedures..Collaborate with security and network operations teams to ensure compliance with policies and standards.Continuously monitor all SDWAN solution headend components, tracking alerts, alarms, KPIs, reliability, and resiliency metrics
Required Skills & Experience:5–10 years of proven experience in networking with focus on SD-WAN technologies.Strong hands-on expertise with Versa SD-WAN, Fortinet SD-WAN, and exposure to other vendors (Cisco Viptela, Silver Peak, etc. preferred).Solid understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), MPLS, VPNs, firewalls, and IPsec tunnels.Experience with WAN optimization, QoS, and traffic engineering.Knowledge of cloud connectivity (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid network models.Strong troubleshooting skills across network layers (L2–L4).Excellent communication skills to work with global client teams.Expertise in building Technical Documentations and Project Management reports.Certifications preferred: SD-WAN vendor certifications (Versa/Fortinet/Cisco), CCNP/CCIE, NSE, or equivalent.Experience with Fortinet SDWAN is preferred and mandatory.