C/C++ on UNIX Data Communications Engineer

Randstad; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a C/C++ on UNIX Data Communications Engineer based in Southlake, TX. The role involves network design, administration, and collaboration on specifications. Candidates must have a BS degree and over 10 years of experience, particularly in mixed environments of Microsoft and UNIX. Strong C/C++ development skills and networking expertise, especially in security, are essential. This contract position lasts 12 months, potentially extendable to 30 months.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in server/desktop support.
• Experience in networking systems focusing on security and gateways.
• Strong understanding of both Microsoft and Unix environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer day-to-day operations.
• Support applications and provide integration.
• Collaborate on functional specifications.

Skills

C/C++ development

UNIX/Linux operating systems

Network design

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics

Tools

Cisco routers and firewalls

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft Office

Job description

C/C++ on UNIX Data Communications Engineer

Contract

Duration: 12 months – can be extended up to 30 months

Location: Southlake, TX

Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day administration, disaster recovery, network design, and project management.
• Application support, integration, network administration, desktop troubleshooting, hardware/software procurement and installation, and asset/license management.
• Author functional specifications or collaborate with other engineers to provide guidance in creating functional specifications.
• Participate and lead brainstorming discussions to arrive at optimal designs.
• Work with architects and leads in other functional areas of the engineering team to cooperate on complete system design and influence design decisions.

Qualifications:

• BS in CS, EE, Physics, or Math (required).
• 10+ years of experience.
• Experience providing server/desktop support in both Microsoft and Unix environments.
• Development experience in C/C++ on UNIX (Linux or BSD) or embedded operating systems.
• Experience in networking systems with recent emphasis on security and gateway appliances or software products.
• Experience with Windows NT/2000/2003/SBS/Unix servers, Microsoft Exchange 5.5/2000/2003, Windows 98/NT/2000/XP/Linux, and Microsoft Office 2000/2003.
• Experience with Cisco routers and firewalls preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work on W2 to qualify for this role.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.