IP Engineer III - Telequest Communications, Inc.
Middletown, NY
About the Job
Position Overview:
The IP Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, and implementing IP networks to support MPLS Core, High-Speed Data, Peering, VoIP, and Wireless Backhaul Networks. This individual will generate written engineering documentation to support the installation and configuration of IP Technologies.
Company Benefits:
Along with that rewarding feeling, you’ll be given the Power to Succeed in your career while enjoying ongoing training and a generous benefits package designed to be flexible and relevant to your needs. You'll find many advantages to joining the team such as:
· Health, vision, and dental insurance
· Education Enrichment up to $5,000 per year for qualified employees
· 401(k) with generous company match
· Paid vacation, holidays and flex paid time off
· Employee discounts on services, where available. In areas where services are not available, a reimbursement of internet/cable services are provided
· Training and professional development
· Employee wellness program
Position Responsibilities:
· IP Layer 3 and MPLS-based networking design development and implementation
· Document and outline baseline requirements; develop, test, and certify design for customers’ services
· Evaluate Network Vendors (Cisco, CASA, CommScope, Ciena, etc.) router/CMTS OS releases: develop, test, and certify to keep consistent/standardized IOS strategy for the IP Networks
· Document test plan to certify Cisco IOS(s) for Cisco infrastructure such as ASR 99XX, NCS 55XX, NCS 540 and ASR 99XX router(s)
· Design, test and configure IP routing including static and dynamic routing; segment routing knowledge/experience is highly desirable
· Perform network maintenance, and diagnostics work and provide technical support to cross-organizational teams and engineering associates
· Work independently and be able to design, document, and implement IP networks using OSPF and BGP protocols
· Perform other duties, as required, or assigned
Position Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IP Networking, or equivalent degree, required
· 4-6 years of hands-on experience relating to Layer 3 IP networks design and implementation, required
· In-depth knowledge of industry protocols including IP, MPLS, OSPF, ISIS, and BGP
· Working knowledge of Cisco IP Routing platforms: ASR 9912/9922, NCS Routers, etc.
· Ability to learn new technologies, troubleshoot IP and voice networks
· Experience with network tools, network performance design, and analysis
Preferred Requirements:
· MPLS/Segment Routing implementation
· Fiber to the home (PON-based) design/implementation experience
· Layer 4-7 experience, such as content caching, performance monitoring/analysis
· Cisco CCNA, Cisco CCNP, CCIE, or other Network Security certification preferred
Disclaimer:The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000. When making a job offer, we consider several factors in our determination, such as years of related work experience; relevant skills and qualifications; education level; and certifications/licenses.