Network Engineer

Job#: 3033352

Job Description:
Network Engineer

Location: Remote, but needs to work AKST (Alaska Hours)

Employment Type: Contract

Role Overview

Our organization is expanding its healthcare and education team to manage a significant increase in project workload. We are seeking two versatile Network Engineers to ensure timely project delivery and network stability. These roles are critical for designing, implementing, and supporting complex network solutions across diverse environments, including rural and remote locations. The ideal candidates will be adaptable engineers who can work effectively on Alaska time and thrive in a technically challenging setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement network solutions utilizing a Nokia core with a Juniper overlay.
• Deliver network services over various transports, including microwave, fiber, and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technologies like Starlink and OneWeb.
• Develop creative engineering solutions for unique customer deployments in rural areas, addressing environmental and logistical challenges.
• Perform quality control tasks, using checklists and run decks to validate equipment, standards, and configurations.
• Collaborate with design and implementation engineers to identify and resolve issues during the quality control phase.
• Transition to guided and then full implementation of projects, including managing field technicians and troubleshooting complex issues.
• Participate in a structured onboarding program, including a 30-60-90 day plan, mentorship, and lab-based assessments.

Required Qualifications

Experience: This is a level 2 or 3 position requiring a strong foundational understanding of networking principles. Candidates should be versatile and capable of managing primary, secondary, and tertiary routes across different technologies.

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience with Juniper and Nokia networking equipment.
• Proficiency in SD-WAN technologies, with a preference for Palo Alto.
• Familiarity with LEO satellite technologies.
• General networking troubleshooting skills are essential.

Work Environment

This is a remote position, but candidates must be able to work effectively during Alaska business hours. The role involves individual project ownership as well as collaboration with the team for training and knowledge sharing. The initial contract term is six months, with the potential for extension up to two years and possible conversion to a full-time employee based on performance and business needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated pay range for this position is $45.00 to $60.00 per hour. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth 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. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth 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. Everforth 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, Everforth 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. Everforth 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 Everforth Apex team member can provide.