Broadband Systems Engineer

Edward Rose & Sons – Indianapolis; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Competitive compensation

Employee referral program

Great work environment

Opportunities for advancement

Discounted apartment homes

Job summary

Edward Rose & Sons in Kalamazoo/Portage, MI is seeking a Broadband Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support core systems for customer provisioning, billing, and operational visibility in an ISP environment.

You will manage database systems, automate tasks, support DHCP/DNS, and ensure high availability across Linux servers and virtual infrastructure. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of network engineering and administration experience.
• Experience with Linux system administration.
• Experience with database management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar).
• Scripting experience (Python, PHP, Bash).
• Familiarity with web frameworks (Flask, PHP, or similar).
• Strong understanding of DHCP, DNS, and IP addressing.
• Experience in ISP or service provider environments preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain database systems (performance tuning, backups, replication, data integrity).
• Support and maintain billing platform, including integration with provisioning and payment systems.
• Develop and maintain internal web-based tools for network operations and troubleshooting.
• Automate operational tasks using scripting (data collection, system synchronization, config generation).
• Manage Linux servers and virtual infrastructure (patching, performance, uptime).
• Maintain monitoring systems and dashboards for service visibility and performance tracking.
• Administer central DHCP infrastructure (scope management, failover, lease tracking).
• Maintain DNS servers (recursive resolution, performance, availability).
• Ensure integration between DHCP/DNS, provisioning systems, and billing platforms.
• Build and maintain reporting tools for usage and performance analysis.

Skills

Linux administration

Database management (MySQL/PostgreSQL)

Scripting (Python/Bash)

DHCP & DNS

ISP environment experience

Web frameworks (Flask, PHP)

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field

Tools

Linux servers

DNS tooling

Job description

Kalamazoo Regional Office
Portage, MI 49002, USA

Description

Start with a job, stay for a career.

For over 100 years, Edward Rose & Sons has been committed to career development for our team members. We offer you the opportunity to grow in an environment where you will feel valued, have room for advancement, and be rewarded for your good work.

The Broadband Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of core systems that enable customer provisioning, billing, and operational visibility in an ISP environment. This role focuses on database systems, internal tools, and critical services such as DHCP and DNS.

What are the responsibilities of a Broadband Systems Engineer?

• Administer and maintain database systems (performance tuning, backups, replication, data integrity)
• Support and maintain billing platform, including integration with provisioning and payment systems
• Develop and maintain internal web-based tools for network operations and troubleshooting
• Automate operational tasks using scripting (data collection, system synchronization, config generation)
• Manage Linux servers and virtual infrastructure (patching, performance, uptime)
• Maintain monitoring systems and dashboards for service visibility and performance tracking

Core Network Services

• Administer central DHCP infrastructure (scope management, failover, lease tracking)
• Maintain DNS servers (recursive resolution, performance, availability)
• Ensure integration between DHCP/DNS, provisioning systems, and billing platforms
• Manage IP address allocation and tracking (IPAM)
• Support customer provisioning workflows (DHCP, configuration files, service tiers)
• Ensure accurate synchronization between network systems and billing platforms
• Troubleshoot service activation and provisioning issues

Automation & Data

• Develop scripts for network and system data collection (SNMP, API, CLI)
• Automate configuration generation and deployment processes
• Build and maintain reporting tools for usage and performance analysis

Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Implement and maintain system and service monitoring
• Analyze logs and system data for issue resolution
• Support operations teams with tools and technical insight

Security & Reliability

• Maintain system security (patching, access control, vulnerability management)
• Ensure high availability and redundancy for critical services
• Support disaster recovery planning and testing

Network Services Procurement and Management

• Research and evaluate internet circuits and connectivity services to support community broadband initiatives
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to support contracts and service agreements
• Assist with review and reconciliation of vendor invoices and service billing

What are the Role Requirements?

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of network engineering and administration experience is required.
• Experience with Linux system administration
• Experience with database management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar)
• Scripting experience (Python, PHP, Bash)
• Familiarity with web frameworks (Flask, PHP, or similar)
• Strong understanding of DHCP, DNS, and IP addressing
• Experience in ISP or service provider environments preferred
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to be organized, detail-oriented, and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully with others.
• Must possess exceptional organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to balance and prioritize simultaneous projects and tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Must present the ability to execute job duties under stressful circumstances such as last-minute deadlines or other difficult situations.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality.
• Must be willing to travel to various locations via private or public air transportation and locations within driving distance via car multiple times a month, including overnight trips.
• Regular attendance, work ethic and strong interpersonal skills are required for success in this position.
• Should consistently demonstrate behaviors that align with the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and perform in accordance with the standards outlined in our Performance Pillars.
• Participate in an on-call rotation (approximately one week at a time) to support critical systems and services
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Competitive compensation plan
• Employee referral program
• Great work environment
• Opportunities for advancement
• Discounted apartment home

Grow a Career with Edward Rose & Sons!

Edward Rose & Sons is committed to career development for our team. We offer training and development through on the job, technical, sales, and leadership tracks and provide solid growth potential in all areas of our business.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we affirmatively seek diversity in our workplace. We recruit qualified candidates and advance our employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Information Technology or related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.