Data Center Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

INTRODUCTION

MatchPoint Solutions is a fast-growing global IT and Engineering services firm delivering innovative technology solutions to leading enterprises including Uber, Robinhood, Netflix, Airbnb, Google, and more. With a growing international presence across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, we help organizations turn ideas into outcomes through cutting-edge technology, industry best practices, and deep technical expertise. We’re expanding our team and looking for driven professionals who want to build impactful solutions in a collaborative, high-growth environment.

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Senior Data Center Network Engineer

Contract | Brownfield Data Center Decommissioning
Hybrid 3 days a week in Pittsburgh, PA
6 Months contract
Pay rate: 65 to 70/hr

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Data Center Network Engineer with 10+ years of enterprise and data center networking experience to support the structured decommissioning of brownfield data center infrastructure. The right candidate has deep hands-on experience with Cisco platforms, multi-vendor environments, and has personally executed device retirements — not just supervised.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct network audits to identify devices targeted for decommissioning
- Back up configurations, VLAN databases, and routing tables prior to any retirement activity
- Design and execute traffic migration strategies to reroute services before decommissioning
- Decommission routers, switches, and firewalls; update network diagrams and topology documentation accordingly
- Migrate legacy platforms (e.g., Catalyst 6500, Brocade) to modern infrastructure (Nexus 7K/5K/2K) as part of consolidation efforts
- Lead terminal server consolidation and streamline out-of-band access methods
- Perform post-migration validation (PAT/NRFU) to confirm service continuity
- Operate within change-controlled environments with CAB approval processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinate decommission timelines

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Required Technical

- iRouting protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS
- Switching: VLANs, VTP, STP/MSTP, EtherChannel, vPC, VDC, OTV
- Cisco Nexus (9K, 7K, 5K, 2K), Catalyst (6500, 9300, 4500), ASR routers
- Cisco ACI — Spine-Leaf architecture, fabric path, legacy integration
- Juniper MX/EX switches and routers a plus
- F5 BIG-IP LTM/GTM experience a plus
- EVPN, VXLAN, data center fabric technologies
- Python scripting and/or Ansible for configuration auditing and automation
- NMS tools: SolarWinds, CiscoWorks, or equivalent
- Proficient in network diagramming (Visio or equivalent)

Certifications

- CCNP required (Enterprise or Data Center track)
- CCIE Data Center strongly preferred
- PMP or ITIL Foundation a plus

MatchPoint Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoffs, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.