Lab Engineer II

Lab Engineer II

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Lab Engineer II for a Onsite in MPK - 5 Days/ Week opportunity

Location: Onsite in MPK - 5 Days/ Week

Anticipated Start Date: 06/28/2025

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6 Months

Job Type: Contract - [FULL TIME (40 Hours a week)]

Pay Range: 70.00/hr-$75.00/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Day-to-Day Responsibilities
? Integrate, bring up, and maintain network labs owned by the Netcastle team
? Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement lab infrastructure
? Identify and resolve technical network and system issues during installation and bring-up of network equipment
? Troubleshoot complex problems and provide timely solutions
? Coordinate the delivery and installation of new network products
? Test switch testbed installations to ensure they are ready to be used by other software teams to validate their software
? Develop and execute test plans to ensure quality and reliability of network equipment
? Maintain accurate inventory records and perform regular audits
? Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to inventory management

Must-Have Skills
1. 2+ years of experience in network lab environment development
2. Proficiency in network switch infrastructure (Cisco, Juniper, etc.)

Nice-to-Have Skills
1. Former Client Experience is Preferred. Experience at Other Networking Companies: Cisco, Broadcom are also preferred.
2. Experience with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)
3. Knowledge of network security best practices
4. Experience with inventory management systems
5. Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)

Degrees/ Certifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 239443 when responding to this ad.