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Ampcus

Network Engineer

Ampcus, Bedminster, New Jersey, us, 07921


Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.

Job Title:

Network Engineer

Location(s):

Remote (Bedminster, NJ)

The successful candidate will join the Core Network Engineering and Implementation team with responsibilities for engineering Telecommunication's new eNSE platform located within datacenters throughout the United States.Being a part of the Network Build Team, you will assist with and perform implementation responsibilities and work closely with diverse Engineering teams to carry out our strategic technology goals and transition from VXLAN to the eNSE platform.This new network leverages virtualization and software defined networking to transform how we provide products and services while maintaining our position as the industry leader.Telecommunication is seeking a motivated and driven engineering professional who will assume responsibilities for engineering IP networking build projects and work closely with the Capacity Planning, Design and Operations teams to implement our strategic technology goals. The candidate will work to create an environment of teamwork and cooperation with all stakeholders including: territories, edge, and design.

Responsibilities:The Network Engineer's main responsibilities include writing technical and detailed Layer 1 equipment installation and fiber testing Method of Procedures (MOP), scheduling/tracking and correcting testing failures and working with local market team members throughout the United States to deploy and troubleshot newly installed racked routers and switches in Telecommunication MSCs (Mobile Switching Centers)Develop network configurations from design models/templates by creating MOPs for Engineers to implement during network maintenance windowsHands-on experience configuring routers, switches and related network equipment. Preferably: Cisco Carrier Routing Systems (CRS), Cisco Network Convergence System (Company), ASR 9K, ISR 3945, Nexus 3K, 7K, 9K, Juniper MX-480, MX-960. Operating Systems: IOS, XR-IOS, NX-OS, JunOS.Work remotely with local operation team members throughout the United States to deploy and troubleshoot newly installed racked routers and switches into Telecommunication data center locationsWork independently with minimum supervision and meet aggressive deployment dates and timelinesAbility to quickly adapt and learn new tasks and processes around deploying new routers and switches in a remote settingMentor new team members when they join the group and introduce them to all aspects of the jobUtilize automated workflows to assist with device configuration and provide feedback on improvementsThe candidate will work to support Telecommunication's strategic technology goals including the ongoing migration of core elements to the intelligent edge networkWork on engineering and deploying directional networks for Intelligent Edge including but not limited to: SAP ENSE Fabric, Access ENSE fabric, ISP, NNI and 5G connectivityEngineer and create network configurations for the onboarding of Telecommunication's private cloud tenantsResponsible for engineering IP edge networks at Service Aggregation Points (SAP) and Transport Aggregation Points (TAP)Building networks for interconnection to Telecommunication Cloud Platforms (VCP) for growth, capacity and expansionEngineering network solutions with a strong interaction with PNF and VNF applications teamsWorking with underlay and overlay controllers for network creation, network modeling, and network deployments. Leveraging plugins for network deployments across multiple virtualized OS environments.Overseeing network builds from procurement to "In Service"Work with peer teams to ensure new networks are built and migrated to meet KPI's and company objectivesWork collaboratively with existing team members to meet team goals

Must Have Skills (Most Important):Bachelor's degree or four or more years of relevant work experienceExperience with IP Layer 1-3 for Edge NetworksHands on experience with virtualization of networks and implementing updates and changes on working devicesFunctional knowledge of TCP/IP (IPv4 and IPv6)Knowledge of spine and leaf fabric networkingWorking knowledge of VXLAN and BGPMust possess extensive knowledge of Layer 1 troubleshooting for copper and fiber cabling including Cat5/6 copper cabling and fiber types SC, LC, FC, MPO, MOP creation and implementationIn depth knowledge and expert comprehension of Command Line Interface (CLI) commands for Nokia 7750/7706/7250, Cisco 55A1,5504, 5508, 9508, CRS-16, Nexus 3k/5k/7K/9K (IOS, XE, XR, NX-OS) * Must possess the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time, stay organized/prioritize their workload, and make updates to tickets/spreadsheets/deployment schedules.Need to be comfortable working on the phone and troubleshooting with local support personnel to correct OBM (Out of Band Management) and Ethernet/fiber cabling issues.Have the ability to follow and implement detailed engineering design documents and join team/project calls throughout the day in various US time zones and have the ability to convey status and work updates.Administrative skills to track and update emails, tickets, projects, and work logs.

Desired Skills:Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to do your best each dayCCNA/JNCIS or other networking certificationsAbility to work closely with others, manage the workload you are assigned, and schedule work/project manage tasks with other installation teams and groupsAbility to follow and implement detailed engineering design documentsPast experience working in a remote environment and testing newly installed switches and routersThe ability to articulate and explain you work and self through email and on the phoneExperience with MPLS Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPNsWorked with Cisco (VTS), Nokia (Nuage) or Itential (IAP), HPNA, DCNM automation toolsSolid understanding of networking-specific technologies: IPV6, L2VPN, L3VPN, OSPFv3, mp-BGP, QOS/Traffic Engineering, MPLS (LDP & TDP), inter-AS MPLS, and m-VPNA strong ability to understand end to end call flows for deploying network servicesKnowledge of or prior experience with cloud and scripting experience in Linux, Openstack, Python and virtualizationAny cloud and scripting experience i.e. Linux, Openstack, Python, automation, virtualization

Education/Certifications:Bachelor's degree or four or more years of relevant work experience

Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.