Junior Network Engineer (Hands-on, Multi-Site Support)

Socket.dev; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company insurance

Paid-Time off

6 Paid Public holidays

401 (K) with employer match

Bonuses

Annual salary adjustment

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to design, install, and maintain our multi-site network and supporting infrastructure. The role centers on centralizing operations, integrating surveillance cameras and access control systems, and helping deploy internal servers and AI infrastructure per company needs.

You will work independently on network deployment and day-to-day operations, with hands-on responsibilities across LAN/WAN, security, and server support while collaborating with

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on network engineering, deployment and support.
• Experience designing, installing, and maintaining multi-site networks.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routing, switching, firewalls and VPNs.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain network infrastructure across multiple locations.
• Support centralized systems, including internal servers and AI infrastructure.
• Integrate surveillance cameras and access control into a central management environment.
• Implement and maintain LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, switches and routers.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform upgrades and preventive maintenance.
• Provide technical support for network and infrastructure across sites.
• Maintain secure backup connectivity and local server support for critical data.
• Document network configurations, topology, inventory, and changes.

Skills

Network engineering

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Tools

TCP/IP

DHCP

DNS

VPNs

Firewalls

Routing & Switching

Job description

We are looking for a hands-on Network Engineer to design, install, and maintain network infrastructure across multiple company locations. This role will support the centralization of business operations, integrate surveillance cameras and access control systems, and help deploy and maintain internal server and AI infrastructure based on company requirements.

The ideal candidate should be able to handle network implementation and day-to-day operations independently, with strong practical experience in both deployment and support.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain network infrastructure across multiple locations

• Support the setup and deployment of centralized systems, including internal server and AI infrastructure, based on company-defined requirements

• Integrate surveillance cameras and access control systems into a centralized management environment

• Implement and maintain LAN/WAN, firewalls, VPNs, switches, routers, and related network equipment

• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform upgrades and preventive maintenance

• Provide technical support for network and infrastructure-related issues across sites

• Maintain secure backup connectivity and local server support for critical business data

• Document network configurations, topology, inventory, and system changes

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands‑on experience in network engineering, deployment, and support

• Experience with network design, installation, and ongoing maintenance in a multi‑site environment

• Solid knowledge of TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, routing, switching, firewalls, and VPNs

• Familiarity with cloud‑connected infrastructure and local server environments

• Experience with surveillance systems, access control integration, or similar site technologies is a plus

• Exposure to server hardware, storage, or AI server deployment is a plus

• Strong troubleshooting, problem‑solving, and communication skills

• Ability to travel to different company locations as needed

Benefits: Benefits after 60 days:

• Company insurance
• Paid‑Time off
• 6 Paid Public holidays

Benefits after 6 months from hiring day:

• 401 (K) with up to 4% employer match
• Bonuses
• Annual salary adjustment