Transport Engineer III

Job#: 3027941

Job Description:

Network Transport Engineer
Overview

The Network Transport Engineer is part of the Technology Solutions organization, supporting Transport and Access Engineering initiatives. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing support of a highly available and scalable transport network that enables reliable data delivery across enterprise and carrier environments. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across carrier Ethernet, IP routing, optical transport, and automation, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in a production environment.

Key Responsibilities
Network Design & Planning

• Design, model, and plan transport network architectures to support current and future business needs
• Analyze network capacity, performance, and resiliency requirements
• Support network expansion, optimization, and technology refresh initiatives

Implementation & Engineering

• Install, configure, and deploy transport network hardware and software
• Configure routing, switching, wireless, and transport protocols across multiple platforms
• Integrate new technologies into existing network environments

Operations & Maintenance

• Monitor network health and performance to ensure reliability, scalability, and security
• Perform Tier 2-4 troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network issues
• Execute maintenance activities, upgrades, and break/fix support as needed

Automation & Efficiency

• Leverage automation tools and scripting to streamline provisioning, monitoring, and operational workflows
• Improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention across transport systems

Security & Access Control

• Implement centralized authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms
• Ensure network security best practices are followed across transport infrastructure

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with technology vendors to evaluate solutions and align with roadmap direction
• Co-manage vendor performance and participate in technology assessments and selection

Documentation

• Create and maintain functional requirements, technical specifications, and test documentation
• Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and troubleshooting records

Technical Environment
Protocols & Standards

• TDM / FDM
• TCP / UDP
• OSPF, IS-IS, BGP
• MPLS
• Ethernet
• SONET
• T-Carrier
• CWDM / DWDM
• DAA, DPoE
• QoS
• 802.11 ax / ac / n

Hardware & Software Platforms

• Nokia (including MetaAssist)
• Cisco (including WLC)
• Ciena (Turin, TransNav)
• Fujitsu
• Ribbon
• Actelis
• Calix / CMS

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of carrier Ethernet, IP routing and switching, and optical transport technologies
• Hands-on experience supporting complex transport networks at scale
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve advanced network issues
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate across engineering teams and vendors

Preferred Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Certifications (Preferred, Not Required)

• Nokia NRS I / II
• CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE
• PCNSA / PCNSE
• JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, or JNCIE
• SCTE
• CMTS

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.