Network Engineer

Job Summary

Plan, design and engineer Metro‑optical transport and regional network, including MP‑BGP, Layer II & Layer III VPN technologies, and MPLS/VPLS technologies. Conduct and participate in the evaluation and validation of new equipment, software releases, and document procedures for implementation in the network infrastructure. Implement SD‑WAN solutions with various underlay technologies including LTE/MPLS/HFC Networks. Work with team to build/re‑use open‑source or common systems wherever possible to accelerate development and delivery of new services and value‑added features in production network.

Provide diagnosis, resolution, and documentation in all aspects of supporting, implementing and managing a core network environment consisting of IOS‑XR, IOS and Junos OS. Resolve hardware and software network problems in a timely and accurate manner. Provide engineering guidelines and Network Support to Fulfillment and Operations to roll out new hardware and services to our customers. Work with the Application Support team to capture new product requirements in CMDB and defining the parameters needed for service activation.

Perform failure analysis of all service‑impacting hardware, software, and application related failures.

• The Network Engineer will be responsible for three key functions of the Technology Operations organization: operationalizing new hardware, new services, and value‑add features to Optimum Business' production network; maintaining the network infrastructure to ensure Optimum Business can continue to provide a stable and feature‑rich network to our customers; and providing network support to Fulfillment and Operations.
• The Network Engineer works closely with the Development team to incorporate new hardware and services into the network.
• Provide engineering guidelines to Fulfillment and Operations to roll out new hardware and services to customers.
• For new services, the engineer will also be responsible for working with the Application Support team to capture the new product requirements in various CMDB systems and defining the parameters needed for service activation.
• Document test results, deployment procedures and standards.
• Project manage and coordinate with other teams on contributing deliverables to ensure the timely roll out of new services into production.
• Ensure that the network is maintained and capable of providing services to customers.
• Regularly validate software updates, test replacement hardware for devices that are end‑of‑life, and manage network resources such as IP addresses and VLANs to provide a stable network environment for Operations to monitor.

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Experience working in a Service Provider environment.
• Experience with routing and switching (BGP, OSPF, ISIS). CCNP or equivalent.
• Knowledge of MPLS (L2
  
  VPN and L3
  
  VPN).
• Understanding of Metro Ethernet services. CECP
  2.0 certification a plus.
• Knowledge of IPv4 and IPv
  6. Understanding of ARIN rules and guidelines for ISP desired.
• Scripting languages a plus (BASH, Python, PHP, etc.).
• Good writing and documentation skills. Experience writing engineering guidelines and procedures.
• A background in Systems Integration and Element Management Systems a plus.
• Familiarity with fiber optic technology and transport networks.
• Good interpersonal skills. Must be able to work in both an individual and team capacity.
• Project management skills a plus.
• Flexible working hours, 24 hours on call system support. Ability to work during maintenance windows.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in good standing within the state of current residence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations upon request in accordance with applicable requirements.