Network Engineer at Equinix
October 2023 - Present | Lagos, NigeriaAt Equinix, I serve as a key technical resource driving network service delivery and operational excellence for diverse enterprise customers across the financial, telecommunications, and corporate sectors.
I lead the complete lifecycle of customer service provisioning—from design through deployment and ongoing support. Architected and deployed IP Access, MPLS VPN, Internet services, and Managed Wi-Fi solutions for over 150 customers.
One of my primary contributions has been revolutionizing network operations through automation. Developed Python scripts and Ansible playbooks managing 500+ devices, automating software upgrades and security configurations.
Configured cloud connectivity services including Azure ExpressRoute and AWS Direct Connect circuits, providing enterprise customers with secure, high-performance connections.
Documentation and knowledge management are cornerstones: Handover Documents, User Acceptance Tests, and As-Built Documents reduce mean time to repair.
As Level 3 support, I serve as escalation point for NOC Engineers, leading troubleshooting efforts on MPLS and IP Transit issues.
Network Engineer at MainOne
July 2021 - September 2023 | Lagos, NigeriaAt MainOne, I developed my foundation in service provider networking while supporting critical infrastructure services across West Africa.
Collaborated with senior engineers to design and provision IP Access, MPLS L2/L3 VPNs, Internet services, and Managed Wi-Fi solutions. Configured and maintained CPEs including Cisco, Ubiquiti, and Sophos devices.
Provided Level 1 & 2 NOC support, troubleshooting MPLS circuits and IP Transit services. Managed network monitoring for 99.8% service availability.
Took ownership of technical documentation including Handover Documents, UATs, and As-Built Documents.
Network Engineering Intern at Arit of Africa
May 2018 - September 2018 | Lagos, NigeriaAssisted senior engineers configuring over 200 IP phones using Cisco Unified Communications Manager. Participated in LAN revamp and optimization at large enterprise.
Supported LAN installations at multiple sites, gaining hands-on experience with structured cabling, network testing, and device configuration.
Configured Cisco routers and switches across customer sites, building foundational skills for a career in networking.
