Executive IP Core Engineer (Juniper MX, Cisco Nexus, BGP, OSPF & MPLS) | Wavecomm | Lahore, Pakistan

Wavecomm; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift flexibility

On-site in Lahore

Job summary

Wavecomm in Lahore is seeking an Executive IP Core Engineer to own IP core network configuration and backbone monitoring. The role requires on-site presence, rotational shifts, and hands-on management of Juniper MX and Cisco Nexus platforms.

You will implement BGP, OSPF, and MPLS routing, monitor with PRTG and Zabbix, troubleshoot Linux networks, and collaborate with NOC, field engineers, and HR during shift changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline.
• 1–3 years in ISP/telecom network operations.
• Hands-on Juniper MX and Cisco Nexus experience.
• Proficient with BGP, OSPF, and MPLS routing.
• Experience with PRTG or Zabbix and Linux networking.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain Juniper MX routers and Cisco Nexus switches.
• Manage backbone monitoring and incident handling.
• Configure BGP/OSPF/MPLS routing.
• Monitor with PRTG and Zabbix.
• Troubleshoot Linux networking issues.
• Work in on-site rotational shifts in Lahore.
• Coordinate with NOC, field engineers, and sys admins.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

MPLS

Linux networking

NMS monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Telecommunications

Tools

Juniper MX

Cisco Nexus

PRTG

Zabbix

Python

Bash

Job description

Position Summary

Driving advanced IP core network operations, backbone routing, and high-availability carrier services in Lahore, Pakistan, Wavecomm is actively seeking a hands-on Executive IP Core Engineer for a permanent full-time professional engagement within our network operations team. In this vital technical role, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of Juniper MX and Cisco Nexus routing platforms, BGP, OSPF, and MPLS routing protocols, NMS telemetry monitoring (PRTG/Zabbix), and shift-based network maintenance. Bringing 1 to 3 years of progressive professional experience in ISP, telecommunications, or network operations, you will empower an elite telecommunications and internet service enterprise to achieve uncompromised backbone uptime, secure data transit, and superior network reliability. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, shift flexibility, and professional growth within a leading regional telecommunications and internet infrastructure enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As an Executive IP Core Engineer supporting Wavecomm on an on-site professional basis in Lahore (candidates must be resident in Lahore and willing to work in rotational shifts), you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of IP core network configuration, backbone monitoring, incident management, and cross-functional engineering collaboration. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Juniper MX routers and Cisco Nexus switches, administering advanced interior and exterior routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and MPLS, monitoring network health utilizing NMS platforms such as PRTG and Zabbix, troubleshooting Linux networking environments and routing tables, coordinating closely with field engineering and customer support squads during shift operations, and interacting directly with human resources divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, configure, deploy, and maintain high-performance Juniper MX routers and Cisco Nexus switching infrastructure across core POPs.


• Administer complex exterior and interior routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, and MPLS traffic engineering policies.


• Monitor real-time network telemetry, link utilization, and device health utilizing Network Management Systems (NMS) such as PRTG and Zabbix.


• Troubleshoot and resolve Linux networking anomalies, interface drops, packet loss, and routing convergence issues.


• Participate actively in 24/7 rotational shift schedules to ensure uninterrupted backbone availability and rapid incident response.


• Collaborate proactively with network operations center (NOC) teams, field technicians, and system administrators during maintenance windows.


• Ensure strict adherence to carrier-grade SLA standards, security policies, and operational compliance frameworks.


• Maintain meticulous network configuration backups, incident logs, topology diagrams, and shift handover runbooks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering, or related technical discipline.


• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of progressive professional hands-on experience in ISP environments, telecommunications, or network operations centers (NOC).


• Strong, demonstrable operational expertise in Juniper MX routers and Cisco Nexus switching platforms.


• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in BGP, OSPF, and MPLS routing protocol implementation.


• Deep practical experience utilizing NMS monitoring tools such as PRTG or Zabbix, combined with solid Linux networking fundamentals.


• Willingness and flexibility to work in rotational shifts in Lahore.


• Mandatory residency in Lahore, Pakistan, with physical availability for on-site shift operations.


• Exceptional analytical problem-solving aptitude, incident triage capabilities, and professional stakeholder communication skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional networking certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA).


• Prior professional working experience supporting Tier-1 internet service providers (ISPs) or telecom operators.


• Hands-on familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash) for network automation and log parsing.


• Experience utilizing enterprise service desk and collaboration platforms (Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow).


• Active participation in network engineering user groups, ISP forums, or routing architecture communities.

Application Information

• Recruiter: Wavecomm Human Resources Division


• Contact Name: Talent Acquisition Team


• Email: [e-mail]


• Phone: [phone]


• Company Website: https://www.wavecomm.com.pk


• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Telecom Operations Package


• Work Schedule: Rotational Shift Operations / On-Site (Lahore Only)


• Deadline: 10th November 2026


• Notice Period: Immediate to 15 Days Preferred


• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Employment (Lahore Residents Only)

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Executive IP Core Engineer position through Wavecomm, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your hands-on Juniper MX and Cisco Nexus experience, BGP/MPLS routing tenure, and confirms your Lahore residency and shift availability.