Platform Owner – LAN and Automation
Company: Takeda
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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LOCATION: Cambridge, MA POSITION: Platform Owner – LAN and
Automation POSITION DESCRIPTION : Takeda Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.
is seeking a Platform Owner – LAN and Automation with the following
duties: Lead Interconnect Projectsto ensure robust application
connectivity across data centers; Implement Data Center
Interconnectivityusing OTV links to enable Layer 2 extension and
seamless workload migration across sites; Support Strategic Data
Center Closuresby ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption
to services; Design and Deploy CNF Locationsto establish AWS
connectivity via Direct Connect links, enhancing cloud integration;
Optimize IP Address Managementby reducing overlaps and streamlining
network architecture; Finalize DNS/DHCP Strategyby selecting and
configuring primary and backup solutions using IPAM/Infoblox;
Configure and Troubleshoot Cisco DNAC Analyticsto support
automation initiatives and improve network visibility; Consolidate
WAN Infrastructureby transitioning from legacy SD-WAN to a
simplified, future-ready cloud-based design; Provide
Escalation-Level Operational Supportfor critical network outages
and high-impact business incidents; Perform Wireless
Harmonizationby consolidating SSIDs to support advanced robotic
connectivity in manufacturing environments; Enhance ISP
Connectivitythrough strategic changes to overlay and underlay
designs; Monitor and Analyze Network Trafficusing tools like
LiveNX, Thousand Eyes, and SolarWinds to identify and implement
performance improvements; Improve Internet User Experienceby
securing connectivity with on-premises firewalls (Palo Alto) and
cloud-based solutions (Zscaler); Collaborate with ISPsto meet
evolving business requirements and reduce latency for improved
network performance. Up to 10% domestic travel required for team
meeting and workshops; 100% remote work allowed. REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering,
or related field plus 5 years of related experience. Prior
experience must include: Design and implement data center
interconnectivity using Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV) to
enable Layer 2 extension and support workload migration. Configure
and troubleshoot network analytics platforms such as Cisco DNAC to
support automation and performance monitoring. Monitor and analyze
network traffic using tools like LiveNX, ThousandEyes, and
SolarWinds to identify performance bottlenecks and recommend
improvements. Design and deploy cloud connectivity solutions using
AWS Direct Connect to establish secure and high-performance links
between on-premises infrastructure and cloud environments. Full
time. $238,290 - $336,090 per year. Qualified applicants can apply
at https://jobs.takeda.com . Please reference job R0173567. EOE Any
individual may provide documentary evidence bearing on this
application, with information on available workers and information
on wages and working conditions, to the Certifying Officer, U.S.
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, Office
of Foreign Labor Certification, 200 Constitution Avenue, NW, Room
N-5311, Washington, DC 20210. Locations Boston, MA Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time
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