Network Engineer (IP/MPLS)

Capgemini Engineering; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini Engineering in San Antonio, TX, seeks a skilled Network Engineer to design, deploy, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical IP/MPLS and security infrastructures across enterprise and service provider environments.

You'll work with Nokia equipment and modern routing, security, and automation tools. The role emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and performance in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities to lead network initiatives and implement IaC-driven changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of hands-on IP/MPLS networking experience.
• Deep knowledge of IS-IS, OSPF, and BGP routing.
• Experience with Nokia devices: 7250 IXR, 7705 SAR, 7210 SAS, and SR OS.
• Proficiency in EVPN, VPLS, VPWS, L2VPN/L3VPN and Carrier Ethernet.
• Experience with network security principles and Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Familiarity with IaC and network automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support mission-critical IP/MPLS network infrastructure.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IS-IS, OSPF, and BGP.
• Deploy and manage MPLS technologies including SR, MPLS-TE, and MPLS-TP.
• Administer Nokia NSP environments and related platforms.
• Configure Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama management.
• Develop technical documentation and implementation plans (HLD/LLD).
• Collaborate on upgrades, migrations, and automation projects.

Skills

IP/MPLS networking

Routing protocols

MPLS technologies

Nokia hardware

EVPN/VPLS/VPWS/L2VPN/L3VPN

QoS and security

IaC and configuration management

Network automation

Documentation (HLD/LLD)

Communication skills

Tools

Nokia 7250 IXR

Nokia 7705 SAR

Nokia 7210 SAS

Nokia SR OS

Palo Alto Firewalls

Panorama

SolarWinds

ServiceNow

Nokia NSP

IaC tooling

Job description

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Location

This is an onsite role in San Antonio, Texas.

About the job you’re considering

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer to design, deploy, operate, and troubleshoot mission-critical IP/MPLS and network security infrastructures. The successful candidate will possess strong expertise in service provider and utility-grade networks, hands-on experience with Nokia networking solutions, and deep technical knowledge of routing, switching, security, and network automation technologies.

This role will be responsible for network architecture, implementation, optimization, operational support, and security management across complex enterprise and service provider environments.

Your role

• Design, implement, and support mission-critical IP/MPLS network infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced routing protocols including IS-IS, OSPF, and BGP.
• Deploy and manage MPLS technologies such as MPLS-TE, MPLS-TP, and Segment Routing (SR).
• Administer and support Nokia networking solutions and Nokia Network Services Platform (NSP) environments.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Palo Alto Firewalls and Panorama management platforms.
• Perform network monitoring, performance analysis, fault isolation, root cause analysis, and incident resolution.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, implementation plans, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on network upgrades, migrations, security initiatives, and automation projects utilizing Infrastructure-as-Code and configuration management tools.
• Minimum 6 years' hands-on experience with IP/MPLS networking, including design, deployment, and operational support.
• Deep expertise in routing protocols: IS-IS, OSPF, and BGP.
• Proofed experience with MPLS technologies, including MPLS-TE, MPLS-TP, and Segment Routing (SR).
• Hands-on experience with Nokia 7250 IXR, 7705 SAR, 7210 SAS, and Nokia SR OS.
• Strong knowledge of EVPN, VPLS, VPWS, L2VPN, L3VPN, Carrier Ethernet, and QoS.
• Advanced skills in network troubleshooting, fault isolation, root cause analysis, and performance optimization.
• Experience in network architecture, solution design, implementation, migration, and operational support.
• Strong understanding of network security principles, best practices, and security-focused infrastructure design.
• Familiarity with network automation, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), and configuration management tools is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional technical teams.
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation and design artifacts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.

Nice to have

• Nokia NRS I/II/ME, CCNP Service Provider/Enterprise, and/or Palo Alto PCNSE certifications.
• Security infrastructure expertise with AD integration and AAA implementation.
• Experience with observability, monitoring, and incident management using SolarWinds and ServiceNow.