Job Overview
About the Role:The team:
ou will be joining a high-impact infrastructure team dedicated to building, securing, and automating our global network backbone. We are a group of engineers who believe in "Infrastructure as Code" and are transitioning from traditional network management to a fully automated, self-healing network environment. We prioritize stability, security, and scalability, working closely with DevOps and Cloud teams to ensure seamless application delivery.
Responsibilities and impact:
Core Network Engineering (Juniper, Palo Alto, F5)
- Juniper Routing & Switching: Manage the full lifecycle of Juniper EX/QFX switches and MX routers. Configure and troubleshoot complex routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), VLAN segmentation, and port security.
- Security Operations: Administer Palo Alto firewalls. Manage security policies, analyze traffic logs for "Deny/Drop" issues, and implement User-ID/App-ID features to secure business flows.
- Application Delivery: Manage F5 BIG-IP load balancers, including Virtual IP (VIP) creation, pool management, and SSL offloading.
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation
- Terragrunt & Terraform: Maintain network infrastructure state using Terragrunt. You will be responsible for keeping configurations "DRY" (Don't Repeat Yourself) and managing infrastructure-as-code pipelines.
- Ansible Automation: Create and maintain Ansible playbooks to automate routine tasks such as OS upgrades (Junos/Pan-OS), bulk config updates, and compliance auditing.
What we’re looking for:
Must-Have Technical Skills
- Juniper Networks: Expert-level knowledge of Junos OS (CLI), routing (BGP/OSPF), and switching.
- Security: Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks (Panorama experience is a plus).
- Load Balancing: Proficiency with F5 LTM (Local Traffic Manager).
- Automation:
- Terragrunt: Must understand state file management and modular infrastructure code (not just basic Terraform).
- Ansible: Ability to write playbooks from scratch for network automation.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Alkira: Experience with Cloud Network as a Service (CNaaS).
- Public Cloud: AWS (Advanced Networking) or GCP networking knowledge.
- Scripting: Python for network automation.
Soft Skills & Attributes
- Executive Presence: Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly and calmly to non-technical leadership.
- Independence: Capable of traveling to client sites and executing deployments solo without constant supervision.
- Proactive Mindset: You don't just close tickets; you identify why the issue happened and fix the root cause.
The location: Gurgaon,India
Our Benefits: Global vision, local impact
- At OSTTRA, our benefits philosophy offers a market-competitive package that reflects our position as an industry leader. We want to ensure you feel valued, secure, and empowered wherever you are in the world.
- Our approach is built on three core pillars:
- Global foundations: We provide a baseline of excellence across all our offices, focusing on comprehensive Health & Wellness, Financial Security, and Work-Life Balance. No matter your location, you are part of a culture that prioritizes your holistic well-being.
- Locally tailored: We benchmark in each market to ensure our packages are genuinely competitive where you live and work.
- Flexibility and growth: We empower you to work in a way that suits your life. This includes a hybrid working model, generous leave policies, and a commitment to your continuous professional development.
The Trust employee ownership plan
Every employee at OSTTRA is an owner, and a member of The Trust, our employee ownership programme. Our distinct culture encourages colleagues to think and act like owners and raise the bar constantly. This plan reflects our belief that when we work together to build a stronger, more valuable organisation, then all colleagues should benefit from the value we create.
About OSTTRA
We build and operate the infrastructure that the world’s post-trade financial system runs on. Launched in 2021, we have unified more than 20 years of heritage and expertise from four industry leaders into a single, integrated business.
Today,we operate a trusted network that connects thousands of market participants to streamline end-to-end workflows, from trade capture through portfolio optimisation.We translate industry change into workable process, engineering an open, intelligent ecosystem that removes friction and reduces risk for the global markets.
Our distinct ownership culture is underpinned by four behaviours: boldness, curiosity, accountability, and collaboration. In 2025 we were acquired by KKR, one of the world’s most successful private equity firms, and are on a journey of growth and impact.
Joining our team now is a unique opportunity - you will help to shape the next generation of post-trade, transform shared infrastructure into shared benefit, and accelerate your own career. Learn more atwww.osttra.com.
Equal opportunity employer statement at OSTTRA
We are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all colleagues have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasise fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain the best talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive and operate the infrastructure that the world’s post-trade financial system runs on
