Engineer

Creative Solutions Services, LLC; Bedminster Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Engineer to join their Core Network Engineering team. This role involves engineering and implementing a new eNSE platform across various datacenters in the U.S. You will work closely with diverse engineering teams to achieve strategic technology goals, focusing on transitioning from VXLAN to the eNSE platform. Responsibilities include writing detailed procedures for equipment installation, configuring routers and switches, and mentoring new team members. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about network engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years relevant work experience required.
• Experience with IP Layer 1-3 and virtualization of networks is a must.

Responsibilities

• Engineer new eNSE platform and assist with implementation responsibilities.
• Develop network configurations and troubleshoot newly installed routers and switches.

Skills

IP Layer 1-3 for Edge Networks

Virtualization of networks

TCP/IP (IPv4 and IPv6)

VXLAN and BGP

Layer 1 troubleshooting for copper and fiber cabling

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Relevant work experience (4+ years)

Tools

Cisco Carrier Routing Systems (CRS)

Cisco Network Convergence System

ASR 9K

Juniper MX-480

Juniper MX-960

Cisco Nexus Series

Linux

Openstack

Python

Job description

Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title:

Engineer

Location(s):

Bedminster, NJ

Description:

The successful candidate will join the Core Network Engineering and Implementation team with responsibilities for engineering new eNSE platform located within datacenters throughout the United States. Being a part of the National Network Build Team, you will assist with and perform implementation responsibilities and work closely with diverse Engineering teams to carry out our strategic technology goals and transition from VXLAN to the eNSE platform. This new network leverages virtualization and software defined networking to transform how we provide products and services while maintaining our position as the industry leader. Client is seeking a motivated and driven engineering professional who will assume responsibilities for engineering IP networking build projects and work closely with the Capacity Planning, Design and Operations teams to implement our strategic technology goals. The candidate will work to create an environment of teamwork and cooperation with all stakeholders including territories, edge, and design.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Writing technical and detailed Layer 1 equipment installation and fiber testing Method of Procedures (MOP), scheduling/tracking and correcting testing failures and working with local market team members throughout the United States to deploy and troubleshoot newly installed racked routers and switches in Wireless MSCs (Mobile Switching Centers).
2. Develop network configurations from design models/templates by creating MOPs for Engineers to implement during network maintenance windows.
3. Hands-on experience configuring routers, switches and related network equipment, preferably: Cisco Carrier Routing Systems (CRS), Cisco Network Convergence System (Company), ASR 9K, ISR 3945, Nexus 3K, 7K, 9K, Juniper MX-480, MX-960. Operating Systems: IOS, XR-IOS, NX-OS, JunOS.
4. Work remotely with local operation team members throughout the United States to deploy and troubleshoot newly installed racked routers and switches into data center locations.
5. Work independently with minimum supervision and meet aggressive deployment dates and timelines.
6. Ability to quickly adapt and learn new tasks and processes around deploying new routers and switches in a remote setting.
7. Mentor new team members when they join the group and introduce them to all aspects of the job.
8. Utilize automated workflows to assist with device configuration and provide feedback on improvements.
9. Support strategic technology goals including the ongoing migration of core elements to the intelligent edge network.
10. Work on engineering and deploying directional networks for Intelligent Edge including but not limited to: SAP ENSE Fabric, Access ENSE fabric, ISP, NNI and 5G connectivity.
11. Engineer and create network configurations for the onboarding of private cloud tenants.
12. Responsible for engineering IP edge networks at Service Aggregation Points (SAP) and Transport Aggregation Points (TAP).
13. Building networks for interconnection to Cloud Platforms (VCP) for growth, capacity and expansion.
14. Engineering network solutions with a strong interaction with PNF and VNF applications teams.
15. Working with underlay and overlay controllers for network creation, network modeling, and network deployments.
16. Overseeing network builds from procurement to “In Service”.
17. Work with peer teams to ensure new networks are built and migrated to meet KPI’s and company objectives.
18. Work collaboratively with existing team members to meet team goals.

Must Have Skills:

1. Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of relevant work experience.
2. Experience with IP Layer 1-3 for Edge Networks.
3. Hands-on experience with virtualization of networks and implementing updates and changes on working devices.
4. Functional knowledge of TCP/IP (IPv4 and IPv6).
5. Knowledge of spine and leaf fabric networking.
6. Working knowledge of VXLAN and BGP.
7. Extensive knowledge of Layer 1 troubleshooting for copper and fiber cabling.
8. Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time, stay organized/prioritize workload.
9. Comfortable working on the phone and troubleshooting with local support personnel.
10. Ability to follow and implement detailed engineering design documents.
11. Administrative skills to track and update emails, tickets, projects, and work logs.

Desired Skills:

1. Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to do your best each day.
2. CCNA/JNCIS or other networking certifications.
3. Ability to work closely with others, manage the workload assigned, and schedule work/project manage tasks.
4. Past experience working in a remote environment and testing newly installed switches and routers.
5. The ability to articulate and explain your work through email and on the phone.
6. Experience with MPLS Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPNs.
7. Worked with Cisco (VTS), Nokia (Nuage) or Itential (IAP), HPNA, DCNM automation tools.
8. Solid understanding of networking-specific technologies.
9. Knowledge of or prior experience with cloud and scripting experience in Linux, Openstack, Python and virtualization.

Education

1. Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of relevant work experience.

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.