Network Engineer IV

TEKsystems; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transit benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

TEKsystems in Seattle is seeking an experienced network engineer to design, build and rollout global DWDM networks. You will drive scalable designs and create processes to operate and expand the optical network, collaborating with other Networking teams.

The role emphasizes evaluating new products, driving commercial tender processes, ensuring adherence to standards, reviewing changes on optical systems, and delivering innovative solutions for reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a technology-related field.
• 7+ years industry experience in networking.
• Experience with optical planning modelling tools and large DWDM rollouts.
• Strong IP networking fundamentals and IP protocols.
• Deep knowledge of DWDM platforms and router platforms (Cisco/Juniper).
• Experience with BGP and OSPF and robust troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and rollout global DWDM networks.
• Drive scalable designs to meet customer demand.
• Create processes to operate and expand the optical network.
• Collaborate with other Networking teams.
• Evaluate new products and drive tender processes.
• Ensure optical network adheres to defined standards.
• Review and implement changes on optical systems.
• Drive operational excellence projects to improve network quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot complex problems and develop innovative solutions day to day.

Skills

IP networking

BGP & OSPF

DWDM networks

Troubleshooting

Network design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a technology related field

Tools

Ciena

Infinera

Cisco routers

Juniper routers

Job description

WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE C2C AND/OR VISA SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS POSITION

Description

• Design build and rollout our global DWDM networks
• Drive scaling designs to meet the demand of our customers
• Create processes that help operate and build our optical network
• Work closely with other Networking teams
• Evaluate new products and drive commercial tender process
• Ensure that the optical network adheres to the defined network standards
• Review and implement changes on the optical systems
• Drive operational excellence projects to drive improvements in our DWDM network quality and reliability
• Troubleshoot complex problems and develop innovative solutions day to day on our network.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in a technology related field or equivalent experience to a Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 7 years industry experience
• Experience with optical planning modelling tools and rollout of large DWDM networks
• Expertise IP networking fundamentals and IP protocols
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major DWDM platforms Ciena Infinera and Cisco
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major router platforms Cisco and Juniper including compatible supervisory and line cards for these platforms
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major internet routing protocols specifically BGP and OSPF
• Excellent network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting skills
• Candidates should also have had significant past experience with and expertise in many of the following protocols technologies: DWDM T1/DS1 DS3 SONET OC3 OC48 802.2/3 802.1d VLANs/STP IPv4 IPv6 TCP internals flow control BGP OSPF HSRP/GLBP PIMv2 IGMP LDP TACACS IPSEC VPNs netflow DNS HTTP

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.