Network Engineer II.

Description

Network Reliability Engineer (NRE) - Level II

Service Type: 52-Week Contract

Location: Kansas City, MO (remote potential, must be local to Kansas City)

Position Overview

We are seeking a Network Reliability Engineer (NRE) to join our team. This role focuses on applying engineering principles to measure and automate network reliability, ensuring alignment with service-level objectives and organizational goals.

As part of the NRE team, you will respond promptly to network disruptions, identify root causes, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to restore functionality. You will also help automate recurring operational tasks to improve efficiency and productivity. This position supports a global cloud-based network infrastructure with hundreds of thousands of devices and millions of servers connected via dedicated backbone, CLOS networks, and the Internet.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to network incidents, troubleshoot issues, and restore services promptly.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to resolve disruptions and maintain reliability.
• Automate recurring operational tasks to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
• Support a global-scale cloud network infrastructure.
• Participate in an on-call rotation, including occasional weekend coverage (with adjusted weekday hours to maintain a 40-hour workweek).

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Hardware Engineering, or related field with 5 years of Network Engineering experience, or Master's degree with equivalent experience.
• Experience in network operations roles within large ISP or cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols: MPLS, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, TCP, IPv4/IPv6, DNS, DHCP; familiarity with VxLAN and EVPN is a plus.
• Proficiency in scripting or automation (Python preferred) and data center design.
• Experience with network monitoring and telemetry solutions.
• Familiarity with network modeling and programming (YANG, OpenConfig, NETCONF).
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and resolve complex issues creatively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience influencing product roadmap and priorities.
• Strong judgment and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with SSL, VPN, and other security-related networking protocols.

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