Remote Telecoms Network Engineer II

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Fully remote

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Telecoms Network Engineer II to join its network operations team. This fully remote role focuses on configuring and maintaining telecom networks from a home office to ensure high availability.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Computer Engineering or related field, 4–6 years of telecom experience, and strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, with experience using SolarWinds and Nagios. Remote collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Telecommunications or related field
• 4–6 years of professional experience in telecommunications network engineering
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and other routing and switching protocols
• Experience with network monitoring tools SolarWinds and Nagios
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) for network automation is a plus
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills for remote work

Responsibilities

• Configure, install, and maintain network hardware including routers, switches, and firewalls, primarily remotely
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to ensure uptime
• Develop and implement network configuration standards and best practices
• Respond to and resolve network incidents and problems in a timely manner
• Participate in network design and planning activities for future infrastructure
• Collaborate with other engineers and IT teams in a remote setting to support shared objectives

Skills

TCP/IP

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

Scripting

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

SolarWinds

Nagios

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Remote Telecoms Network Engineer II to join their growing network operations team. This is a fully remote position offering the opportunity to work on critical network infrastructure from the comfort of your home office. You will be responsible for maintaining, configuring, and troubleshooting network devices and services, ensuring the high availability and performance of our client's telecommunications network. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who is self-motivated, possesses strong technical skills, and excels in a remote collaborative environment, contributing to the robustness of networks nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, install, and maintain network hardware, including routers, switches, and firewalls, primarily in a remote capacity.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to ensure optimal uptime and reliability.
• Develop and implement network configuration standards and best practices.
• Respond to and resolve network incidents and problems in a timely manner.
• Participate in network design and planning activities, contributing to future network infrastructure enhancements.
• Collaborate effectively with other network engineers and IT teams in a remote setting to support shared objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of professional experience in telecommunications network engineering.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and other routing and switching protocols.
• Experience with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios) and network security concepts.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for network automation is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills, essential for remote work.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced network certifications.
• A dynamic and supportive remote team culture focused on innovation.