Job Overview
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We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join our team. This role is focused on implementing and maintaining our IP, MPLS, switched and optical networks.
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The successful candidate will have a strong background in telecommunications networking and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. On-call duties and occasional travel may be required.
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Responsibilities
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* Network Maintenance: Diagnose complex network faults and implement solutions to restore services. Collaborate with customers, other staff and third parties to identify fault causes and resolve issues.
* Documentation Management: Maintain internal service documentation and update relevant systems. Document new and existing network installations, configurations, and related information/data, as well as test results.
* Hardware Management: Upgrade existing hardware, ensure availability of spare hardware, order replacement and return faulty hardware under warranty or service contract.
* Network Operations and Maintenance: Monitor and measure the network, identifying areas for performance improvement. Maintain the network through hardware and software updates and upgrades. Support and advise customers, the NOC, and other internal staff on network faults, design, planning, and implementation.
* Service Testing and Commissioning: Install, commission, and test new services. Configure network switches, routers, and other devices. Prepare and execute testing and commissioning plans and procedures.
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Requirements
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* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field, or relevant industry experience.
* At least 5 years' experience operating, managing, and maintaining a carrier-grade network at a national or regional level.
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of network switching, routing, and transmission technologies.
* Experience with dynamic routing protocols such as BGP.
* Experience working with optical fiber networks.
* Experience detecting and mitigating DDOS attacks.
* Operating test equipment such as OTDRs and power meters is highly desirable.
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Key Skills
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* Strong written and oral communication skills.