L2/L3 Data Center Network Engineers/Consultants | Onstak | New Albany, OH, USA

OnStak Inc.; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Onstak Inc. is seeking an experienced L2/L3 Data Center Network Engineer/Consultant for New Albany, OH. The role is full-time and on-site with 24×7 rotational shifts to ensure network uptime and resilience.

You will deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise L2/L3 switching and routing, ZTP, and high-density cabling across hyperscale facilities, collaborating with global teams to meet SLAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field required.
• 3 to 15 years of progressive data center network engineering or related experience.
• Hands-on with L2/L3 switching, BGP/OSPF and L2VPN.
• Experience with ZTP, server provisioning, and automated network deployment.
• Deep knowledge of data center operations, cabling, and OTDR testing.
• Willingness for 24×7 on-site rotations in New Albany, OH.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain enterprise L2/L3 networks (BGP/OSPF, L2VPN).
• Implement ZTP workflows for automated device onboarding and config mgmt.
• Oversee storage design, compute infra, and hardware installation across large facilities.
• Execute rack-and-stack deployments, cabling, OTDR testing, and repairs.
• Troubleshoot rapidly, perform root-cause analysis, resolve incidents 24×7.
• Collaborate with global architects, systems engineers, facility managers, and clients.
• Maintain inventory, topology diagrams, asset tracking, and change logs.
• Publish incident reports, runbooks, backups, and SOPs.

Skills

BGP

OSPF

L2/L3 Switching

L2VPN

ZTP

OTDR Testing

Rack-and-Stack

Network Troubleshooting

English Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

DCIM software

ServiceNow

Jira

Networking hardware provisioning

Job description

Position Summary

Onstak is actively seeking experienced, high-caliber, and technical L2/L3 Data Center Network Engineers / Consultants with 3 to 15 years of professional experience in data center operations, network engineering, and infrastructure deployment to join our team in New Albany, OH on a full-time 100% on-site rotational shift basis (24×7 operational support). In this critical infrastructure and network engineering role, you will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining enterprise L2/L3 switching and routing, Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP), storage design, compute hardware, and high-density cabling. You will leverage your deep specialist expertise in BGP, OSPF, L2VPN, OTDR testing, and hardware break/fix maintenance to deliver uncompromised network uptime, resilience, and operational excellence. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, executive technical visibility, and exceptional career growth prospects within a premier global IT consulting and data center solutions enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As an L2/L3 Data Center Network Engineer / Consultant supporting hyperscale operations for Onstak in New Albany, OH, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of data center network deployment, hardware provisioning, cable infrastructure management, and incident resolution. Your day-to-day responsibilities include configuring L2/L3 routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, L2VPN), implementing Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP), executing rack-and-stack deployments, managing fiber and copper structured cabling, performing OTDR testing and hardware break/fix repairs, and providing 24×7 rotational shift support. You will utilize your proactive troubleshooting and analytical skills to resolve complex network anomalies under strict service level agreements. Furthermore, you will manage application requirements by ensuring strict compliance with the 3 to 15 years of experience and 24×7 rotational shift requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, configure, deploy, and maintain enterprise L2/L3 switching, routing architectures, BGP, OSPF, and L2VPN networks.
• Implement and manage Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) workflows for automated device onboarding and configuration management.
• Oversee storage design, compute infrastructure, and network hardware installation across large-scale data center facilities.
• Execute physical rack-and-stack deployments, fiber and copper structured cabling, optical testing (OTDR), and hardware break/fix maintenance.
• Perform rapid troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, incident resolution, and scheduled preventive maintenance across 24×7 rotational shifts.
• Collaborate cross-functional with global network architects, systems engineers, facility managers, and client technical leads.
• Maintain rigorous inventory control, network topology diagrams, hardware asset tracking, and change management logs.
• Author meticulous incident reports, maintenance runbooks, network configuration backups, and standard operating procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3 to 15 years of progressive professional experience in data center network engineering, IT infrastructure, or consulting.
• Strong, demonstrable hands-on operational expertise in L2/L3 switching, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), and L2VPN.
• Practical experience with Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP), server provisioning, and automated network deployment pipelines.
• Deep practical knowledge of data center operations, rack-and-stack procedures, fiber/copper cabling, and OTDR testing.
• Solid practical experience executing hardware break/fix repairs, component replacements, and diagnostic troubleshooting.
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, debugging, and problem-solving capabilities under high-pressure enterprise environments.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills with strong incident reporting and client-facing collaboration abilities.
• Mandatory legal work eligibility in the United States and availability for 100% on-site 24×7 rotational shift operations in New Albany, OH.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional networking and data center certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, or Juniper JNCIA/JNCIP).
• Prior professional working experience in hyperscale data centers, cloud service providers, or top-tier managed service providers.
• Familiarity with automation scripting languages (Python, Ansible) for network telemetry and configuration management.
• Exposure to data center infrastructure management (DCIM) software and enterprise ticketing platforms (ServiceNow, Jira).

Application Information

• Company Website: https://www.onstak.com
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / US Data Center Enterprise Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent New Albany On-Site Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 14 Days
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time 100% On-Site (New Albany, OH, USA – 24×7 Rotational Shifts)

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this L2/L3 Data Center Network Engineer position at Onstak, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your hands-on BGP/OSPF routing portfolio, your OTDR fiber testing experience, and your readiness for 24×7 rotational shift operations.