Senior IP Network Engineer

Hamilton Barnes; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes is seeking a Senior Network Engineer in Rochester, NY to design, deploy, and operate the core network infrastructure for a fast-growing fiber ISP. You will work across fiber and IP networks, support routing, DWDM, and PON environments, and drive performance improvements.

The role requires hands-on Nokia and Cisco equipment experience, expertise in BGP/OSPF/ISIS, and strong Linux scripting and systems management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Nokia and Cisco equipment in ISP environments.
• Strong knowledge of BGP, OSPF, ISIS and carrier-grade switching.
• Experience with DWDM, PON, and fiber-based infrastructure.
• Experience with Unix/Linux systems, scripting, and network systems management.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain core network infrastructure across fiber and IP networks.
• Support routing, switching, DWDM, and PON environments across the service provider network.
• Evaluate new network technologies and recommend improvements to performance and scalability.
• Manage and support Linux and Windows-based back-office systems and provisioning functions.
• Participate in engineering projects, troubleshooting, and on-call support across the network estate.

Skills

BGP

OSPF/ISIS

DWDM

PON

Linux

Scripting

On-call support

Tools

Nokia equipment

Cisco equipment

Job description

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing fiber ISP focused on building and delivering high-performance connectivity across expanding markets. The Senior Network Engineer will play a critical role in designing, maintaining, and optimizing the core network infrastructure, ensuring reliability, scalability, and operational excellence across the business. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced service provider environment, enjoys working across multiple projects, and has strong experience within fiber, IP, and carrier-grade network operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, and maintain core network infrastructure across fiber and IP networks
• Support routing, switching, DWDM, and PON environments across the service provider network
• Evaluate new network technologies and recommend improvements to performance and scalability
• Manage and support Linux and Windows-based back-office systems and provisioning functions
• Participate in engineering projects, troubleshooting, and on-call support across the network estate

Required Skills

• Strong hands-on experience with Nokia and Cisco network equipment in ISP environments
• Deep knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, ISIS, and carrier-grade switching
• Strong understanding of DWDM systems, PON networks, and fiber-based infrastructure
• Experience with Unix/Linux systems, scripting, and network systems management
• Ability to independently design, analyze, and implement network solutions with strong attention to detail