Cisco & Nokia BNG Engineer / Network Desing Engineer

ShowTime Consulting; Sydney; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Showtime Consulting is seeking an experienced Cisco and Nokia BNG Engineer to design, implement, integrate, and support Broadband Network Gateway solutions across large-scale telecommunications environments. This hands-on role requires deep Cisco IOS XR and Nokia TiMOS expertise with IP/MPLS networking and subscriber management.

You will develop HLDs/LLDs, implement subscriber management, and collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure successful design, deployment, and operational

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering, telecommunications, or service provider environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing and deploying large-scale broadband and BNG solutions.
• Certifications such as CCNP Service Provider or CCIE SP are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Produce High Level Designs (HLDs) and Low Level Designs (LLDs) for BNG and IP/MPLS.
• Design and implement broadband subscriber management across Cisco and Nokia.
• Configure and support Cisco IOS XR platforms (ASR9K, NCS5K, 8000).
• Configure and support Nokia 7750 SR and TiMOS-based BNG solutions.
• Validate PPPoE, IPoE, DHCP, QoS, RADIUS, and subscriber management features.

Skills

Cisco IOS XR

Nokia BNG

IP/MPLS networking

Subscriber management

PPPoE

IPoE

DHCP

QoS

RADIUS

BGP

EVPN

Segment Routing

Education

CCNP Service Provider

CCIE SP

Nokia NRS

Tools

Nokia 7750 SR

TiMOS

Cisco IOS XR ASR9K

NCS5K

Cisco 8000 series

Job description

• Design and deploy Cisco IOS XR and Nokia BNG solutions.
• Work across IP/MPLS, subscriber management, and broadband services.
• Lead testing, migrations, troubleshooting, and network optimisation.

Company Description

Showtime Consulting is a leading provider of Shielded Cloud and Digital Solutions across Australia and New Zealand. We specialise in delivering secure, enterprise-scale technology solutions across cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, DevSecOps, software engineering, data, telecommunications, and digital transformation programs. We partner with government and enterprise organisations to build high-performing technology teams that deliver secure, resilient, and scalable solutions within complex technology environments.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Cisco and Nokia BNG Engineer / Network Design Engineer to design, implement, integrate, and support Broadband Network Gateway (BNG) solutions across large-scale telecommunications and service provider environments. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong experience with Cisco IOS XR and Nokia 7750 SR/TiMOS platforms, broadband subscriber technologies, and IP/MPLS networking. You will play a key role in the design, testing, deployment, and operational readiness of next-generation broadband services, working closely with architects, network engineers, operations teams, and technology vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce High Level Designs (HLDs) and Low Level Designs (LLDs) for BNG, broadband, and IP/MPLS solutions.
• Design and implement broadband subscriber management solutions across Cisco and Nokia platforms.
• Configure and integrate Cisco IOS XR platforms, including ASR9K, NCS5K, and Cisco 8000 series.
• Configure and support Nokia 7750 SR and TiMOS-based BNG solutions.
• Validate and troubleshoot PPPoE, IPoE, DHCP, QoS, RADIUS, L2TP, and subscriber management features.
• Support end-to-end design reviews, lab testing, user acceptance testing, and production deployments.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders on solution design and delivery activities.
• Develop migration strategies, implementation plans, and network cutover procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and support major incident resolution activities.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and provide recommendations for service improvements.
• Produce and maintain network documentation, topology diagrams, implementation guides, and operational procedures.
• Support operational handover activities and ensure solutions meet acceptance criteria.
• Contribute to network automation and modernisation initiatives where applicable.
• Engage with architecture, engineering, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.

What You'll Need

• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco IOS XR platforms, including ASR9K, NCS5K, Cisco 8000, or similar service provider technologies.
• Strong hands-on experience with Nokia BNG platforms, including 7750 SR and TiMOS.
• Deep understanding of IP/MPLS networking concepts and service provider architectures.
• Experience with BGP, ISIS, LDP, EVPN, Segment Routing, and broadband access technologies.
• Strong knowledge of subscriber management technologies including PPPoE, DHCP, IPoE, QoS, RADIUS, and broadband authentication processes.
• Experience producing detailed HLDs, LLDs, implementation plans, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience supporting testing, deployment, migration, and operational readiness activities.
• Ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience within large telecommunications, service provider, or broadband network environments.
• Understanding of operational support models, major incident management, and RCA processes.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Nokia NSP and Cisco NSO.
• Knowledge of network automation technologies including NETCONF, YANG, and OpenConfig.
• Experience with residential broadband services, FTTH/FTTP networks, and subscriber access platforms.
• Experience with CGNAT, MAP-T, and fixed-mobile convergence solutions.
• Knowledge of infrastructure automation, orchestration, and software-defined networking practices.
• CCNP Service Provider certification or equivalent practical experience.
• Additional vendor certifications from Cisco or Nokia are highly regarded.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering, telecommunications, or service provider environments.
• Demonstrated experience designing and deploying large-scale broadband and BNG solutions.
• Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP Service Provider, CCIE SP, Nokia NRS, or equivalent are desirable.

Why Join Us?

• Work on large-scale telecommunications and broadband transformation programs.
• Design and deliver next-generation subscriber and BNG platforms.
• Gain exposure to complex service provider and carrier-grade network environments.
• Work across architecture, design, deployment, and operational functions.
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineers, architects, and industry-leading vendors.
• Contribute to innovative networking, automation, and modernisation initiatives.
• Join a consulting culture focused on technical excellence, collaboration, and continual learning.
• Play a key role in delivering scalable, resilient, and secure broadband services across enterprise and telecommunications environments.