Network Engineer III (Extreme Networks)

ConvergeOne; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan – 35% employer match

Medical coverage

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

ConvergeOne is seeking a skilled Network Engineer III based in Illinois, to join our Professional Services team. This critical role focuses on delivering high-value design and implementation projects utilizing Extreme Networks technologies. Candidates should possess substantial experience in managing complex engagements while ensuring alignment with client objectives.

The position demands travel, strong communication skills, and a foundational technical knowledge including Juniper networking solutions and diverse routing protocols.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in a field support, professional services, or technical support role.
• Heavy experience with Juniper routers and switches and migrations from VPLS to EVPN.
• Strong knowledge of security protocols and data center routing.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installations and configurations for customers.
• Lead complex engagements ensuring successful outcomes.
• Design, configure, deploy, and troubleshoot networking technologies.

Skills

Expertise in Extreme Networks technologies

Heavy experience with Juniper routers and switches

Knowledge of Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing protocols

Ability to use scripting for device configuration

Strong knowledge of security protocols

Data center routing and switching experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong account management skills

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to customer service

Education

7–10 years of experience in technical support role

Job description

Network Engineer III (Extreme Networks)

Job Locations:

• US-WI
• US-MN-Minneapolis
• US-IL-Chicago
• US-IA-Des Moines

Position Details

• Position Type: Regular Full-Time
• Requisition ID: 2026-7377
• Category: Information Technology

Overview

Location and Travel: This position is open to candidates located in Wisconsin (preferred) or nearby states such as Minnesota, Iowa, or Illinois. Frequent travel to Wisconsin is required (estimated 30%‑50% of the time).

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Extreme Network Engineer III with deep expertise in Extreme Networks technologies to join our Professional Services team. This role is critical in delivering high‑value design, upgrade, and implementation projects for our customers. As a trusted technical advisor, you will lead complex engagements, ensuring successful outcomes that align with client business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for customer installations and configurations and create customer‑facing High‑Level Designs and detailed Low‑Level Designs.
• Be the networking technical lead on customer projects.
• Design, configure, deploy, and troubleshoot the following vendor technologies:
  • Extreme Networks routers, switches, wireless, and management platforms:
    • Extreme Fabric Engine (VOSS) & Switch Engine (EXOS) including SPBM/ISIS, OSPF, BGP.
    • Extreme XIQ Cloud Platform ONE.
    • Extreme XIQ‑Site Engine, Control Engine (NAC), and Analytics.
    • Extreme wireless controllers and APs.
  • Juniper routers and switches (EX, MX, SRX) – plus.
  • HPE Aruba routers, switches, and wireless including Aruba Central, AOS‑CX, Clearpass – plus.
  • Palo Alto and Fortinet firewalls – plus.
• Build templates for automation of equipment roll‑outs by other staff members.
• Work with the Account team as SE support and as SME when needed.
• Work with the prime SE on network designs.
• Serve as a 3rd‑level resource for our Tech Support engineers.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in a field support, professional services, or technical support role.
• Heavy experience with Juniper routers and switches and migrations from VPLS to EVPN with knowledge of Juniper Apstra.
• Strong knowledge of Layer 2, Layer 3 routing protocols MPLS, EVPN, VXLAN, BGP, OSPF, etc.
• Ability to use scripting to configure networking devices.
• Strong knowledge of security protocols.
• Data center routing and switching experience required.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong account management and customer communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Extreme commitment to customer service and enhancing the customer experience.
• Excellent computing skills, including Linux.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize customer support tools/resources.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan – 35% employer match per dollar up to 10% employee contribution.
• Medical coverage (UnitedHealthcare, Reference Based Pricing, Kaiser).
• RX Home Delivery.
• HSA with Employer Contribution.
• In‑vitro Fertility treatment coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision (12‑month and 24‑month frames allowance).
• FSA Plans (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Limited Purpose).
• Pre‑tax Commuter Plans.
• Employer‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks at 100%).
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Voluntary Life Insurance for team member, spouse, and child.
• Voluntary Accidental Death for team member and spouse.
• Legal/ID Theft Plans.
• TeleHealth.
• Wellness via Omada Health.
• Travel Assistance.
• Business Travel Accident Coverage.
• Medical for foreign travel coverage.
• Employer‑paid Pet Telehealth.
• Accident Insurance.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
• Volunteer Time Off.
• 10 Holidays.
• Summer Sizzle.
• On‑Demand Pay (Daily Pay).

Work Environment

Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast‑paced environment. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

Physical Environment

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Other Duties / Changes

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties, responsibilities or activities that are required of a team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At any point in time, the essential functions and primary duties associated with this position will be the principal, major or most important duties, responsibilities and activities that the employee is expected to perform as determined and directed by C1.

EEO Statement

C1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and all team members will be treated with respect to their employment, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

Pay Range

$130,000 – $155,000

Base pay ranges are estimated. Actual base pay will be based on education, experience, location, certifications, skill set, and any other relevant factors. Incentive/variable pay opportunities are in addition to base pay.

Other

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Right to Work.