Network Infrastructure Engineer

Akkodis; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 88,166; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Flexible benefits

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking an Infrastructure Network Engineer for a contract position in San Francisco. The role involves network administration, troubleshooting, and design of Cisco/Meraki networks. Candidates should have 5-7 years of experience, excellent problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills. Benefits include health insurance and a flexible coverage plan. Apply if you are passionate about IT and wish to work in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of network engineering experience is essential.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment is a must.
• Experience in designing and troubleshooting Cisco/Meraki networks.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Cisco/Meraki network.
• Manage cloud network infrastructure.
• Test pre-release hardware and provide feedback.
• Configure Cisco Meraki security appliances.
• Conduct wireless site surveys.

Skills

Network engineering experience

Team player

Configuration and implementation of LAN/WAN

Meraki/Cisco cloud networks troubleshooting

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Cisco Meraki appliances

Catalyst switches

Job description

Infrastructure Network Engineer – Contract

Akkodis is seeking a – “Infrastructure Network Engineer” for a Contract position with a client located in San Francisco, CA.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Information Technology

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Base Pay Range

$60.00/hr – $64.00/hr

Job Overview

An Infrastructure Network Engineer to join our Engineering team, providing network administration and troubleshooting, network architecture and design guidance and testing pre‑release products within our corporate network, throughout the development lifecycle. You are highly analytical and able to use your networking skills as part of our Engineering team to help craft a resilient, sophisticated, and creative network that serves as a showcase for all that Meraki can do. Excellent communication skills, problem‑solving abilities, and project management abilities are essential. Those with a strong sense of team, desire to help others, and a passion for IT are encouraged to apply!

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the team to design and maintain the “best” example of a Meraki/Cisco network for us to demo to our customers.
• Day‑to‑day management of Cisco/Meraki’s cloud network infrastructure, including design, build and troubleshooting.
• Test pre‑release hardware in our environment, providing feedback to Product teams on performance and functionality.
• Configure and set up new and existing Cisco Meraki MX security appliances, Catalyst/MS switches, and Catalyst/MR wireless access points.
• Capture and log traffic to define patterns and optimize the performance of our network.
• Lead the planning, design, and deployment of complex enterprise wireless networks, including Wi‑Fi and IoT solutions.
• Conduct wireless site surveys (active, passive, and predictive) to determine optimal access point placement, coverage, and capacity.
• Perform in‑depth RF spectrum analysis to identify and mitigate sources of interference that may impact wireless network performance.
• Install, configure, and manage wireless network hardware, including access points.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 7 years of network engineering experience.
• You are a great team player who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• Strong ability to configure, implement, test, and maintain all LAN/WAN components and connections.
• Advanced experience designing, building and troubleshooting Meraki/Cisco cloud networks.
• Experience implementing voice in a real‑world multi‑site environment.
• Must be organized, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A drive to contribute to the mission of yourself and your teammates, through the work you contribute.
• Ability to work autonomously and with a team in a fast‑paced environment.

Nice‑to‑Have

• ECMS, CCNA or higher Cisco certifications

Benefits

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client‑recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Legal and Fair Chance

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.