Description
Overview
A growing telecommunications organization is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, optimization, and support of a multi-vendor network environment. This role will own complex initiatives end-to-end, serve as a technical escalation point, and help drive modernization across data, transport, and access networks.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement carrier-grade network infrastructure across data, transport, and fiber access environments
Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues as a senior escalation resource
Lead projects, review designs, and mentor team members
Build automation tools/scripts to improve monitoring, provisioning, and performance
Maintain detailed network documentation, diagrams, and operational standards
Evaluate new technologies and support vendor selection
Analyze performance trends and implement reliability improvements
Support modernization efforts (e.g., segment routing, EVPN, next-gen optical and PON technologies)
Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation
Required Experience
5+ years of network engineering experience in enterprise or service provider environments
Strong knowledge of TCP/IP (IPv4/IPv6)
Hands-on experience with routing/switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, etc.)
Experience with carrier Ethernet services and transport/optical networking (DWDM/CWDM)
Understanding of QoS, VPNs, network security, and monitoring tools
Ability to troubleshoot across L1-L3 environments
Strong communication skills and project ownership experience
Preferred Experience
Background in telecommunications or ISP environments
Exposure to EVPN/VXLAN, segment routing, and modern network architectures
Automation/scripting (Python, Ansible, APIs)
Experience with Linux and virtualization platforms
Familiarity with IPAM or source-of-truth tools
Certifications
CCNP, JNCIP (or equivalent experience)
Additional Details
Hybrid flexibility available
On-call rotation required
Competitive benefits package (health, 401k, PTO, training support)
Requirements
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Cisco Networking, Juniper Networks, Telecom, TDM, Cisco IOS, SolarWinds, Network Security, Zero Trust, Palo Alto Networks
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- Dice Id: rhalfint
- Position Id: 03500-0013450012
- Posted 8 hours ago
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