Domain
Networking & Telecom
Skill Profile
Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
SDN: OpenFlow, control plane, data plane separation, network programmability
Networking & Telecom
Network Infrastructure
Roles
2
where this skill appears
Levels
5
structured growth path
Mandatory requirements
3
the other 7 optional
Group
Network Infrastructure
Last updated
3/17/2026
How to Use
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What is Expected at Each Level
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| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Network Engineer | Understands the Software Defined Networking concept: separation of control plane and data plane. Knows the OpenFlow protocol and basic SDN controllers (OpenDaylight). | |
| Telecom Developer | Understands the fundamentals of Software-Defined Networking (SDN). Applies basic practices in daily work. Follows recommendations from the team and documentation. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Network Engineer | Configures SDN solutions for datacenters: VMware NSX, OpenStack Neutron. Implements network policy automation through SDN API. Troubleshoots SDN connectivity. | |
| Telecom Developer | Independently applies Software-Defined Networking (SDN) in practice. Understands trade-offs of different approaches. Solves typical tasks independently. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Network Engineer | Designs SDN architecture for a scalable datacenter. Implements custom SDN applications and network automation. Integrates SDN with Kubernetes networking. | |
| Telecom Developer | Required | Has deep expertise in Software-Defined Networking (SDN). Designs solutions for production systems. Optimizes and scales. Mentors the team. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Network Engineer | Defines SDN strategy for datacenter transformation. Makes decisions on SDN vendors (Cisco ACI, VMware NSX). Manages SDN migration. | |
| Telecom Developer | Required | Defines Software-Defined Networking strategy at the team/product level. Establishes standards and best practices. Conducts reviews. |
| Role | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Network Engineer | Shapes SDN and network virtualization strategy. Researches eBPF for network programmability. Influences future network architecture. | |
| Telecom Developer | Required | Defines Software-Defined Networking strategy at the organizational level. Establishes enterprise approaches. Mentors leads and architects. |
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