Network Solutions Architect

First Point Group; United States; Remote; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm is seeking a Solution Architect to architect, deploy, and migrate advanced Layer 2/3 IP/MPLS networks. This fully remote role offers a competitive salary between $135,000 and $155,000 per year. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of IP/MPLS experience and strong routing knowledge. You'll work closely with customers to ensure seamless service integration and lead teams through migrations and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IP/MPLS experience.
• Proven expert knowledge in routing protocols.
• Certifications like JNCIP or CCIE preferred.

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and migrate advanced Layer 2/3 IP/MPLS networks.
• Lead onsite/remote teams through provisioning and troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation and support operational excellence.

Skills

IP/MPLS experience

Routing knowledge (BGP/OSPF/IS‑IS/MPLS/EVPN)

Field leadership skills

Strong automation capability

Tools

Juniper

Cisco

Nokia

Ciena

MX/QFX

ASR9K

7750/7250

Ciena 5164

Job description

Solution Architect

Fully Remote

• Architect, deploy, and migrate advanced Layer 2/3 IP/MPLS networks across Juniper, Cisco, Nokia, and Ciena platforms for major telecom and enterprise customers.
• Build device configs, automation scripts, and detailed MOPs, leading end-to-end execution of migrations and network turn-ups.
• Perform network discovery, gap analysis, and cutover planning, delivering precise, zero‑downtime migrations.
• Lead onsite/remote teams through provisioning, commissioning, protocol testing, and troubleshooting in fast‑paced environments.
• Execute complex maintenance‑window activities, including routed‑ring migrations, software upgrades, and large‑scale circuit cutovers.
• Partner directly with customers to resolve critical issues, optimize performance, and ensure seamless service integration.
• Maintain rigorous documentation, processes, and configuration records to support operational excellence and repeatable deployments.
• Support cross‑functional engineering groups on new service enablement, automation initiatives, and multi‑vendor system integrations.
• Bring 7+ years IP/MPLS experience, expert routing knowledge (BGP/OSPF/IS‑IS/MPLS/EVPN), field leadership skills, strong automation capability, and familiarity with DWDM/OTN + key platforms (MX/QFX, ASR9K, 7750/7250, Ciena 5164). Certifications (JNCIP/CCIE/SRA/CRS) preferred.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Location & Compensation

Fully Remote – United States. Salary range: $135,000–$155,000 per year.

Contact

Direct message the job poster from First Point Group
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