Network Engineer II

Altis Technology; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Altis Technology in Mississauga, ON, on-site, seeks a Network Engineer for a 3-month contract. You will design, configure, troubleshoot, and improve large-scale WAN/LAN infrastructure across hundreds of sites, collaborating with global teams and vendors.

You'll work hands-on with Cisco and Juniper devices, routing protocols, and security features while supporting network modernization initiatives. The role offers varied projects and operational impact.

Qualifications

• Extensive WAN/LAN network engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco/Juniper networking hardware and platforms.
• Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Solid understanding of network security concepts and incident handling.
• Wireless networking knowledge adds value, along with scripting/automation.

Responsibilities

• Configure switches, routers, wireless APs, and firewalls across a large, multi-site network.
• Upgrade infrastructure and implement technologies including VLANs, cabling, and device deployments.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and vendor partners to resolve issues.
• Manage technical tickets with equipment manufacturers, ISPs, and other partners.
• Support network security initiatives and data protection measures.
• Contribute to network designs and future roadmaps using monitoring data.

Skills

WAN/LAN expertise

Cisco/Juniper networking

Routing protocols (BGP/OSPF/EIGRP)

Network security concepts

Wireless networking

Scripting/Programming

Certifications CCNP/CCIE/JNCIE

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Job description

Location: Mississauga, ON, On-site

Language: Strong written and spoken English communication skills

Duration: 3-month contract

About the Opportunity

This Network Engineer opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working hands-on with large, distributed network environments and solving technical challenges that have a direct operational impact. You'll support an enterprise environment spanning hundreds of sites, helping ensure network infrastructure remains reliable, secure, and ready for future needs.

You'll work closely with global technology teams, internal business groups, and external vendors to design, configure, troubleshoot, and improve network infrastructure. From routing and switching to wireless connectivity and network security, you'll have exposure to a broad range of technologies and projects.

Whats In It for You

You'll gain hands-on exposure to a large-scale network environment and work alongside multidisciplinary technical teams and technology partners. This is an opportunity to deepen your Cisco and Juniper expertise, contribute to infrastructure modernization initiatives, and build experience across WAN, LAN, wireless, security, and connectivity technologies.

Your Responsibilities

• You'll configure switches, routers, wireless access points, and firewalls across a large, multi-site network environment.
• You'll upgrade existing infrastructure and implement technologies including backup LTE, VLAN deployments, router and switch upgrades, cabling, and equipment installations.
• You'll monitor and troubleshoot network systems, identifying opportunities to improve reliability and performance.
• You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and vendor partners to investigate and resolve network issues.
• You'll manage technical tickets with equipment manufacturers, internet service providers, and other technology partners.
• You'll support network security initiatives, data backups, and related infrastructure protection measures.
• You'll contribute to network designs and future platform roadmaps using monitoring, analytics, and performance data.

Skills and Qualifications

• 46 years of related network engineering experience, including supporting large-scale WAN and LAN environments.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Cisco and Juniper routers, switches, and networking platforms.
• Hands-on knowledge of BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Knowledge of network security concepts, components, architecture, and server/workstation operating system troubleshooting.
• CCNP, CCIE, or JNCIE certification is considered an asset.
• Wireless networking knowledge and scripting or programming experience are considered assets.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.