Remote Nokia Network IP Engineer

About the Role

TEKsystems is seeking a Network IP Engineer for an Anchorage, Alaska based client. The engineer will work remotely during typical daytime business hours in the Alaska time zone, Monday through Friday, 40 hours a week.

• Design, implement, and support IP/MPLS core network solutions.
• Test and validate new technologies and architectures in lab environments.
• Develop engineering plans, estimates, and installation packages.
• Provide escalation and troubleshooting support for network operations teams.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure a reliable, scalable, and high‑performing network.

• 4+ years of experience in a carrier Ethernet or large ISP environment.
• Strong expertise in IP networking and network engineering concepts.
• Hands‑on experience with routers/switches (Nokia/Alcatel).
• Deep understanding of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, ISIS).
• Knowledge of MPLS technologies (RSVP, LDP).
• Experience with Layer 2 technologies (VLANs, STP, LACP, MC‑LAG).
• Ability to design scalable, highly available, and secure networks.

• Certifications such as Nokia NRS 1 or 2.
• Experience with data center networking and various transport technologies (fiber, microwave, cellular).

• Medical, dental & vision.
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions.
• 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).

Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. Remote position.

Range: $50.00 – $60.00 per hour.

TEKsystems is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.