Oualid Hjira

I’m a senior network engineer specialized in designing, deploying, troubleshooting, and automating complex network infrastructures, I am confident in my ability to contribute positively to your team's success. Over the course of my career, I have acquired substantial expertise in network engineering, particularly in data center platforms such as ACI and VXLAN. In my previous role, I was entrusted with the deployment of a cutting-edge data center based on VPC Back-to-Back technology. This involved seamlessly integrating core Nexus 9K switches with access 5K and 2K switches, utilizing HSRP for L3 redundancy. This experience not only reinforced my technical proficiency but also honed my project management skills as I successfully delivered this complex solution on time and within budget. Additionally, my involvement in various projects focused on routing aspects, including BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IPSEC, SDWAN, and OMP, has broadened my skillset and provided me with a comprehensive understanding of routing protocols and their practical implementations. Most notably, my recent concentration on ACI-related projects has been pivotal in enhancing my knowledge and expertise. I led the design and implementation of an ACI Multi-Site Fabric for two customers, starting from the ground up. This endeavor demanded a deep comprehension of existing infrastructures and a strategic approach to migrating workloads to the ACI Fabric without service disruption. Beyond networking, I gained insights into related domains such as Firewalling, Virtualization, load balancing, and storage, essential for a holistic integration into the ACI framework.