Optical Sales Engineer - Telecommunications

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider seeks a Senior Network Sales Engineer to drive network design and client engagement. This remote role, with occasional travel, offers the chance to influence network solutions while collaborating with a dynamic team. Strong expertise in networking protocols and engineering is essential for success.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities with certifications

Collaborative work culture

Remote work with necessary travel

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in network engineering.
• Expert knowledge of TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DNS, DHCP.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and operation of customer transport networks.
• Collaborate with sales teams to create profitable solutions.
• Coordinate small to medium scale network projects.

Skills

Routing protocols

Switching

Network design

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, telecommunications, or computer sciences

Job description

A leading technology provider is seeking an accomplished Senior Network Sales Engineer to drive the technical side of the sales process, design impactful network architectures, and win customer confidence with expert-level knowledge in routing, switching, and network design. This role offers the opportunity to be the go-to technical expert, influencing network design decisions and project success, while directly engaging with clients through live demonstrations and tailored technical support. Working in a remote environment with occasional travel, this position provides the chance to collaborate with a dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge networking solutions.

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Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and operation of customer transport networks, validating requirements for network hardware and functionality.
• Collaborate with sales teams to develop customer-centric, profitable solutions.
• Coordinate and execute small to medium scale network design projects, including demos and proof-of-concepts.
• Support sales in creating pricing, proposals, and scopes of work (SOW).
• Interface with other departments on product development and project implementation.
• Provide internal training, project updates, and ongoing technical assessments for optimal deployment.

Skills/Must Have:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in network engineering.
• Expert-level knowledge of data networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and Layer 2 features (VLAN, LAG, etc.).
• Mastery of Layer 3 routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS) and experience with MPLS and Carrier Ethernet.
• Familiarity with Layer 1 optical protocols and network security protocols.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to communicate technical details effectively.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, telecommunications, or computer sciences preferred.

Benefits:

• Remote work with necessary travel within the U.S.
• Professional development opportunities with industry-leading certifications.
• Collaborative and engaging work culture with opportunities for skill advancement.

Salary:

• Competitive, based on experience and qualifications.