IP Network Engineer I
Job Description:
- Support the implementation, maintenance, and operation of IP/MPLS network infrastructure
- Assist with testing and validating network technologies and configurations in lab and production environments
- Participate in network upgrades, deployments, and documentation efforts
- Troubleshoot network issues and work with senior engineers to resolve complex problems
- Collaborate with network operations and engineering teams to help maintain reliable and scalable network services
- Monitor network performance and assist with identifying opportunities for improvement
- Support carrier-grade, mission-critical networks
- Work with advanced telecom and networking technologies
Requirements:
- 4-5 years of experience in networking, telecommunications, ISP, or carrier Ethernet environments
- Foundational understanding of IP networking concepts and network engineering principles
- Hands on experience working with routers and switches, preferably Nokia/Alcatel platform
- Knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, or IS-IS
- Familiarity with MPLS concepts and carrier networking technologies
- Understanding of Layer 2 technologies including VLANs, STP, and LACP
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work remotely and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Eagerness to learn new technologies and grow within a network engineering career path
Benefits:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
- Opportunity to grow into more advanced engineering and technical leadership roles