Network Performance Engineer- W2 Only - Crossfire Consulting Corporation

Work Schedule:

• Must be local and able to work 5 days per week onsite.
• Willingness to work occasional nights is required- likely 1 week a month

Job Description: As our Network Performance Engineer, you will take on a critical role in the advanced installation, operation, and maintenance of switching, data communications, and peripheral equipment associated with the Mobile Switching Center (MSC). You ll collaborate with a passionate, highly-skilled team in a dynamic environment, contributing to multi-functional projects that positively impact our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate installation, testing, and troubleshooting on voice and data network platforms and transmission facilities (dark and lit fiber services, Gigabit Ethernet Services, OCn, T3, T1, and DS0).
• Maintain system applications using traffic and capacity monitoring tools to ensure network performance and track errors.
• Monitor building automated systems to maintain network equipment operation (AC/DC power systems, HVAC systems).
• Maintain a secure operating environment, ensuring vendor safety and network integrity.
• Update daily logs with site-specific information for tracking and maintaining network changes.
• Compose reports for system documentation to meet environmental compliance and safety standards.
• Work with stakeholder organizations to identify and solve complex network issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements, eliminations, or automations.
• Assist with cell site build programs and switch inventory management.

Physical Requirements:

• Climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated areas.
• Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Pushing, pulling, grasping, twisting/bending, crawling, squatting, or kneeling in small spaces.

You'll Need To Have:

• Associate s degree or two or more years of relevant work experience.
• Three or more years of experience in network performance engineering or a similar field.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Even Better If You Have:

• A four-year degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule when needed.
• Experience in wireless networks.
• Certification or knowledge in LAN/WAN switching and IP routing protocols (CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, or NRS).
• Automation/programming and scripting experience (Python, Ansible).
• Familiarity with electronic test equipment.
• Knowledge of transmission facilities (dark and lit fiber services, Gigabit Ethernet Services, OCn10G, OC48, T3, T1, DS0).
• Experience with data/digital communications, Linux OS, telecommunications, or networking support.
• Working knowledge of DC power rectification and battery systems.
• Project management skills.
• Experience with equipment from Ericsson, Samsung, or Nokia.

If you re a motivated team player ready to take on a pivotal role in network performance, we want to hear from you! Apply today to join our innovative team.