Network Engineer I

Fiberlight; Allen (TX); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

FiberLight seeks a Network Engineer I to support design, implementation, and maintenance of our network infrastructure under guidance from senior engineers. You will gain hands-on experience with routing protocols, basic network automation, and Layer 2 networking, building a foundation in telecommunications engineering.

Ideal candidates have 2 years of networking experience, familiarity with BGP/OSPF/IS-IS, and introductory Python/Ansible skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years of networking or telecom experience required.
• Familiarity with Layer 1–3 concepts and routing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructures.
• Follow process documents to configure network devices.
• Help configure and troubleshoot routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS.
• Develop simple network automation scripts using Python and Ansible.
• Learn to use GitHub for version control and collaboration on network projects.
• Participate in network performance monitoring and basic optimization tasks.
• Assist in maintaining network security and compliance with industry standards.
• Document network configurations, procedures, and basic designs.

Skills

Networking basics

BGP

OSPF/IS-IS

Python

Ansible

GitHub

Security basics

Documentation

Communication

Cloud networking

SDN interest

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related

Equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco

Juniper

Job description

Description

As a Network Engineer I, you will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of FiberLight’s network infrastructure under the guidance of senior engineers. You will collaborate with engineering teams to help ensure the stability, security, and scalability of our network. This role offers hands‑on learning opportunities in routing protocols, basic network automation, and Layer 2 networking, helping you build a foundation in telecommunications engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of network infrastructures.
• Follow process documents to configure network devices
• Help configure and troubleshoot basic routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS.
• Support the development of simple network automation scripts using Python and Ansible.
• Learn to use GitHub for version control and collaboration on network projects.
• Participate in network performance monitoring and basic optimization tasks.
• Assist in maintaining network security and compliance with industry standards.
• Help document network configurations, procedures, and basic designs.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience in networking or telecommunications (internships or entry-level roles count).
• Layer 1- Experience troubleshooting physical network equipment and cabling
• Layer 2- Understanding of networking technologies, such as MPLS and EVPL.
• Layer 3- Basic familiarity with BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS routing protocols.
• Introductory knowledge of Python and Ansible for network automation.
• Awareness of GitHub for version control.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience creating and maintaining documented processes
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with Cisco, Juniper, or other network equipment is a plus.
• Entry-level certifications (e.g., CCNA, JNCIA, Network+) are a plus.
• Basic knowledge of network security practices.
• Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Interest in SDN (Software-Defined Networking) technologies.
• Experience working with remote Technicians on site