NGAN Network Engineer: vCMTS & Cloud Edge Ops

GCS Recruitment Specialists; Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks a Network Engineer to support nationwide vCMTS and Remote PHY turn-ups within a cloud-based NGAN environment for Xfinity customers. The role covers platform stand‑up, software installation, validation, configuration and ongoing maintenance in a 24x7 production setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production operations, strong Unix/Linux skills, scripting (Python/Bash), and experience with Juniper/Arista/Cisco devices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a 24×7 production operations environment.
• Strong proficiency in Unix/Linux environments.
• Experience with scripting and automation (Python, Bash, etc.).
• Proven ability in network troubleshooting and configuration (CCNA/JNCIA optional but beneficial).
• Demonstrated skill in server hardware and software troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Jenkins, Ansible, Git is a plus.
• Experience with system hardware builds and replacements.
• Exposure to new product integration and operational readiness processes.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 operations model, including on-call, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform software installation, system configuration, and network readiness validation for new vCMTS deployments.
• Execute standardized processes to activate and validate Remote PHY devices across national footprints.
• Perform system upgrades, RMA replacements, and automation tasks (Python, Bash, etc.).
• Identify recurring service-impacting issues and collaborate with development teams to implement long-term fixes.
• Participate in on-call rotation to troubleshoot and restore service during outages.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving Juniper, Arista, or Cisco network devices.
• Build, replace, and troubleshoot server hardware and system software.
• Develop scripts to streamline operational workflows and reduce manual effort.
• Work with Product and Project Management teams to integrate and operationalize new NGAN products.
• Partner with regional engineering teams to enhance product stability and build automation tools.

Skills

Production ops

Unix/Linux

Scripting

Network troubleshooting

Juniper/Arista/Cisco

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Ansible

Git

Server hardware

Tools

Kubernetes

Jenkins

Ansible

Git

Job description

GCS Recruitment Specialists seeks a Network Engineer to support nationwide vCMTS and Remote PHY turn-ups within a cloud-based NGAN environment for Xfinity customers. The role covers platform stand‑up, software installation, validation, configuration and ongoing maintenance in a 24x7 production setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production operations, strong Unix/Linux skills, scripting (Python/Bash), and experience with Juniper/Arista/Cisco devices.