Site Reliability Engineer 2 - Network Operations Engineer (Pune) at PhonePe

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Digital PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Deeper understanding of latest networking technologies primarily used in datacenter networks
  • Expertise in configuration and usage of datacenter technologies like VXLAN, EVPN etc
  • Expertise in configuration and maintenance of Firewall products of various vendors like Juniper, Cisco, Fortigate etc
  • Proactive approach to addressing challenges

Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, maintain and monitor complex network configurations to meet business requirements
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to existing network architecture for scalability and performance enhancements
  • Conduct performance analysis and implement optimizations to ensure the network operates at peak efficiency
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to fine-tune network parameters and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks
  • Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline routine network tasks and enhance operational efficiency
  • Integrate automation tools and frameworks to support network provisioning, monitoring, and management
  • Act as a primary on-call engineer in resolving complex network incidents and outages and file RCAs wherever applicable
  • Provide guidance to junior team members during critical incident response scenarios
  • Function as L2 point of escalation for Network Operations
  • Monitor network capacity and plan for future growth and take up projects for fulfilling the capacity augmentation requirements
  • Create HLD and LLD diagrams as part of solution design requirements and review
  • Work with stakeholders to understand business requirements and scale network infrastructure accordingly
  • Lead initiatives to enhance network security, including the implementation of advanced security protocols and the identification and mitigation of vulnerabilities
  • Be part of various security related audits and make necessary changes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

NetworkingData CenterNetwork OperationsSRENetwork DesignNetwork ImplementationNetwork MaintenanceNetwork MonitoringSecurity Infrastructure

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work location for this Site Reliability Engineer role?

The position is based in Pune.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for the Network Operations Engineer position?

Required skills include expertise in datacenter technologies like VXLAN and EVPN, configuration and maintenance of Firewall products from vendors like Juniper, Cisco, and Fortigate, advanced network configuration, performance optimization, and network automation.

What is the company culture like at PhonePe?

PhonePe empowers people, trusts them to do the right thing, gives ownership from day one, and encourages solving complex problems quickly while building frameworks from scratch in a high-impact environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this SRE Network Operations Engineer role?

A strong candidate has a deeper understanding of latest datacenter networking technologies, experience designing and implementing complex network solutions, and a proactive approach to challenges, with skills in VXLAN, EVPN, firewalls, automation, and performance optimization.

PhonePe

Digital payments and financial services platform

About PhonePe

PhonePe is a digital payments platform in India that allows individuals and businesses to conduct financial transactions securely and efficiently. It primarily operates through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), enabling users to transfer money directly between bank accounts using their mobile phones. PhonePe differentiates itself by offering a wide range of services, including various insurance products and investment solutions, while maintaining a user-friendly interface and strong security measures. The company's goal is to make digital payments accessible to the next billion users in India, positively impacting the country's financial ecosystem.

Bengaluru, IndiaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$1,823.7MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance
Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System
Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program
Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy
Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment
Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Mobile & Broadband Reimbursements, Salary Advance Policy

Risks

Increased competition in quick commerce could dilute PhonePe's market share.
Legal challenges like trademark infringement lawsuits may increase costs and damage brand.
Market cap restrictions in India's digital payments sector could impact PhonePe's valuation.

Differentiation

PhonePe integrates with ONDC, expanding into quick commerce beyond traditional payments.
Affordable insurance products like Dengue and Malaria plans attract health-conscious customers.
Proprietary solutions development enhances control over payment processes post-Juspay partnership termination.

Upsides

IPO and new funding round could expand services and market reach.
Manish Sabharwal's appointment strengthens governance and investor confidence.
Integration with ONDC positions PhonePe as a leader in digital marketplace services.

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