Forecast Network Implementation Engineer

job summary:

Title: Forecast Network Implementation Engineer

Duration: Open Ended w2 Contract (no end date cap)

Location: 100% Remote

Shift: M-F 11 PM-7 AM

We are seeking a highly motivated and driven Engineering Professional to manage advanced configuration and OS upgrades for carrier-class Cisco and Nokia equipment. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining a complex, multi-vendor nationwide data network, transitioning from VXLAN to the eNSE platform, and implementing cutting-edge virtualization technologies.

For immediate consideration, email resume to

location: Telecommute

job type: Contract

salary: $56 - 65 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities

• Network Evolution: Transition network elements to the eNSE platform leveraging Software Defined Networking (SDN) and virtualization.
• Maintenance Windows: Plan, schedule, and implement changes during overnight maintenance windows while ensuring zero customer impact.
• Virtualization: Engineer network configurations for onboarding private cloud tenants.
• Automation: Utilize tools like Python, NSO, DCNM, VTS, and Nuage to streamline deployment projects.
• Troubleshooting: Perform remote Layer 1-3 troubleshooting, transport circuit turn-ups/disconnects, and Out-of-Band Management (OBM) corrections.
• Quality Assurance: Use monitoring tools to validate network health before and after changes; perform "overwatch" for team members during migrations.
• Documentation: Maintain rigorous administrative logs, ticket updates, and change management entries (Kirke).
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qualifications:

Must-Have Skills (Required)

Education: Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of relevant work experience.

Hardware Expertise: Expert-level CLI comprehension for:

Nokia: 7750, 7706, 7250.

Cisco: 55A1, 5504, 5508, 9508, CRS-16, Nexus 3k/5k/7k/9k.

Operating Systems: IOS, XE, XR, NX-OS.

Technical Knowledge: * Layer 1: Extensive troubleshooting for copper (Cat5/6) and fiber (SC, LC, FC, MPO).

Layer 2/3: Deep understanding of IP networking, MPLS, BGP, VXLAN, and Spine-and-Leaf fabric.

Protocol Support: Functional knowledge of IPv4 and IPv6.

Project Execution: Ability to follow detailed engineering design documents, create/implement MOPs, and manage high-stakes maintenance windows.

Communication: Strong ability to lead conference calls, troubleshoot with local onsite personnel via phone, and manage stakeholder updates via email/tickets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


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