Switch Engineer (Must reside in Pacific Time Zone)

Smartlink LLC; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Smartlink LLC seeks a Switch Engineer with 5+ years of relevant experience to support Field Engineers, contractors, and tower crews across multiple markets. You will work within Tier 1 networks and interface with vendor frameworks to perform upgrades and troubleshooting.

Role requires strong RAN and carrier Ethernet know‑how, OSI and TCP/IP fluency, and the ability to script/configure using internal tools. Remotely located in Pacific Time Zone, with flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience with the maintenance and operations of either RAN or carrier ethernet networks.
• Solid understanding and application of standards including TCP/IP, IPv4/6, VLANs, MPLS/VPLS, routing protocols, OSI model, layer 2 and 3 devices, and carrier ethernet architectures.
• Ability to interpret and validate RAN configurations via RFDS.
• Must have strong computer skills using command line interfaces, Microsoft Office suite, Windows and Linux operating systems, CLI and GUI utilities, and serial/LMT management interfaces.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot complex RAN and transport related issues.

Responsibilities

• Interface with multiple vendor management frameworks including OSS, ENM, CNM, WebEM, USM, NSP, etc.
• Perform upgrades and changes across both RAN and transport equipment.
• Provide troubleshooting support to field engineers during integrations, upgrades, decommissioning, and maintenance tasks.
• Triage and troubleshoot issues across both RAN and transport equipment.
• Experience using databases for data fills and CIQs (INAM/IPAMs, Granite/CND, ConQuest, FUZE).
• Generate configuration scripts using internal and external tools (IOP, NSP Nokia Service Portal).
• Perform integrations and commissioning on Ericsson/Nokia/Samsung 4G/5G RAN equipment.
• Maintain a customer-first attitude and exceed customer expectations.
• Assist with creating Methods of Procedure and mentor junior team members.
• Responsible for meeting quality standards.

Skills

RAN networks

Carrier Ethernet

TCP/IP

IPv4/IPv6

VLANs

MPLS/VPLS

Routing protocols

OSI model

Layer 2/3 devices

Networking fundamentals

Tools

CLI/GUI utilities

Serial/LMT management

Windows

Linux

Job description

Job Title: Switch Engineer. Reports To: Switch Manager. Department: Technical Services. FSLA Status: Exempt.

Salary: $75-90,000 (firm, dependent on experience).

Location: Remote, but must reside in Pacific Time Zone.

At Smartlink, we believe exceptional people create exceptional results. Guided by our core values, Creating Customer Fanatics, Innovate and Create, One Team, We Are All In, and Safety Leads to Success, we foster a culture where driven, ambitious individuals are empowered to make an impact, grow their careers, and help drive our success.

We are a fast-paced, high-performance organization where accountability, teamwork, and innovation are expected and rewarded. This is not a traditional 40-hour workweek environment. Success often requires flexibility, dedication, and a willingness to go above and beyond to deliver for our customers and teammates.

In return, you'll be surrounded by talented professionals who challenge and support one another, with opportunities for career growth, skill development, and meaningful contributions that make a real difference.

If you're competitive, motivated by achievement, and ready to be All In, Smartlink offers more than a job. It offers the opportunity to build an exceptional career while helping shape the future of our industry. If you're ready to be All In, we invite you to join us and help shape the future of Smartlink.

Job Summary

Switch Engineer has 5+ years of relevant experience. Supports internal FieldEngineers, general contractors, and tower crews across multiple customers and markets. Proven experience working within Tier 1 critical infrastructure provider networks is a must.

• Interface with multiple proprietary vendor management frameworks including OSS, ENM, CNM, WebEM, USM, NSP, etc.
• Perform upgrades and changes across both RAN and transport equipment.
• Provide troubleshooting support to field engineers during integrations, upgrades, decommissioning, and maintenance tasks.
• Triage and troubleshoot issues across both RAN and transport equipment.
• Experience using multiple databases for the creation of data fills and/or CIQs. I.E. INAM/IPAMs, Granite/CND Circuit Databases, ConQuest, FUZE, etc.
• Generate configuration scripts using both internal and external tools. I.E. IOP, NSP Nokia Service Portal, etc.
• Perform integrations and commissioning on Ericsson/Nokia/Samsung 4G/5G RAN equipment.
• Maintain a customer first attitude and exceed customer expectations and obligations.
• Assist with creating Methods of Procedure and mentor junior team members.
• Responsible for making sure all quality standards are met.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong knowledge and experience with the maintenance and operations of either RAN or carrier ethernet networks.
• Solid understanding and application of standards including TCP/IP, IPv4/6, VLANs, MPLS/VPLS, routing protocols, OSI model, layer 2 and 3 devices, and carrier ethernet architectures.
• Ability to interpret and validate RAN configurations via RFDS.
• Must have strong computer skills using command line interfaces, Microsoft Office suite, Windows and Linux operating systems, CLI and GUI utilities, and serial/LMT management interfaces.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot complex RAN and transport related issues.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, under pressure, and ability to multitask to meet project deadlines.
• Working knowledge of ORAN principals and service splits.
• Nokia SR (TiMOS) certification desired, but not required
• Ciena Carrier Ethernet or SAOS 6/8/10 certifications desired, but not required
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or other certifications desired, but not required
• Ericsson/Nokia/Samsung RAN certifications desired, but not required
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages desired, but not required
• Experience using APIs, JSON, YAML, SQL, or other data exchanges and formats desired, but not required

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Minimal (<10%) travel is required with this position

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