MPLS Network Engineer

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a network engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing MPLS architecture and design while collaborating with vendors and internal teams to deliver tailored solutions. The company values innovation, offering a supportive environment for career development and flexibility, with opportunities for training and advancement. You'll be part of a culture that encourages pushing boundaries and exploring new ideas, making a significant impact in IT and Network Services. If you're an innovative thinker ready to thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Pension contributions up to 5%

Life Insurance

Private Health Insurance

Sickness & Disability income protection

Flexible benefits

Tailored training plans

Continuous improvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with MPLS technology and strong knowledge of BGP and OSPF.
• Ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and write documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage MPLS network projects from conception to operations handover.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal stakeholders to drive MPLS enablement.

Skills

MPLS technology

BGP

OSPF

IP multicast

Cisco IOS XR/ASR 9000

IP networking (TCP/IP)

packet analysis

traffic generators (Spirent)

technical documentation

Service Provider experience

Job description

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CACI Network Services is a rapidly expanding specialist IT and Networks consultancy offering a wide variety of opportunities to work within challenging and exciting environments with our major clients in Global Media, Banking, Government, Telecoms & Utilities.

Job Overview:

Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Become an active member of the network engineering virtual team responsible for MPLS architecture and design globally, as well as for low-level engineering development.
• Participate in solution development, brainstorming, whiteboarding, lab validation of high-level concepts and low-level design, conduct test cycles, troubleshoot issues, and document proof of concepts (POCs).
• Collaborate with vendors (Cisco) on selecting technical solutions and troubleshooting issues in the lab.
• Work with internal stakeholders to understand current network infrastructure, develop consensus, and drive MPLS enablement on time and within budget.
• Manage MPLS network projects from conception through operations handover.
• Contribute to standards and design patterns, deliver tailored solutions, articulate design rationale, and adapt designs as needed.

Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with MPLS technology (primarily Layer 3 VPN).
• Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF, and IP multicast.
• Experience with multicast in MPLS is a plus.
• Experience with Cisco IOS XR/ASR 9000 is a plus.
• Good understanding of Cisco hardware (or other vendors) related to MPLS.
• Solid understanding of IP networking (TCP/IP) and packet analysis.
• Experience with traffic generators like Spirent is a plus.
• Ability to write technical documentation and describe technical concepts clearly.
• Experience working for a Service Provider or network vendor is a plus.

We seek individuals with sharp learning abilities, capable of articulating MPLS internals comprehensively, able to work independently and proactively, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

What we can offer you:

We value continuous improvement and innovation, encouraging team members to push boundaries and develop new ideas. We dedicate 5% of time to innovation and training. If you're an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here.

Our goal is to be a key player in IT and Network Services, delivering top-quality solutions using cutting-edge technology. As part of our team, you'll help us achieve this vision.

Progression:

Career advancement is based on merit, with no ceiling. We support your career development through regular reviews, clear KPIs, and opportunities to explore different areas and skills, allowing you to carve your own career path.

Flexibility:

We promote teamwork and collaboration, primarily working in-office but embracing hybrid models. The goal is to be on-site at the client location three times a week to foster culture and dynamism.

Development:

We prioritize your development with tailored training plans, including external consulting and bespoke courses, along with internal training. We also offer various benefits, including pension schemes, health and wellness policies, and flexible benefits.

• Bonus based on meetings booked or sales made.
• Pension contributions up to 5% (matched by employee and employer).
• Life Insurance.
• Private Health Insurance from the 2nd anniversary.
• Sickness & Disability income protection from the 3rd anniversary.