Description
*Must be located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This position is on-site*
As a Network Engineer II, you will be involved in designing, implementing, and maintaining FiberLight’s network infrastructure, working collaboratively with senior engineers and cross-functional teams. You will ensure the stability, security, and scalability of our network while gaining exposure to advanced routing protocols, network automation, and Layer 2 technologies. This role provides opportunities to take on increasing responsibility in telecommunications engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities:
· Contribute to the design, implementation, and management of network infrastructures.
· Configure and troubleshoot routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS.
· Develop and maintain network automation scripts using Python and Ansible.
· Use GitHub for version control and collaboration on network automation projects.
· Conduct network performance analysis and implement optimizations.
· Ensure network security and adherence to industry standards and compliance.
· Document network designs, configurations, and operational procedures.
· Provide guidance and support to junior engineers on technical tasks.
· Help document network configurations, procedures, and basic designs.
Requirements
· 5 years of relevant experience in networking or telecommunications.
· Solid experience with BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS routing protocols.
· Proficiency in Python and Ansible for network automation.
· Experience with GitHub for version control and collaboration.
· Strong understanding of Layer 2 networking technologies, including MPLS and EVPL.
· Proven problem-solving and analytical skills.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
· Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, and other major network equipment manufacturers.
· Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP) are a plus.
· Knowledge of network security practices and technologies.
· Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).
· Experience with SDN (Software-Defined Networking) technologies is a plus.
· Experience working with remote Technicians on site
Skills Required
- 5 years of relevant experience in networking or telecommunications
- Solid experience with BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS routing protocols
- Proficiency in Python for network automation
- Proficiency in Ansible for network automation
- Experience with GitHub for version control and collaboration
- Strong understanding of Layer 2 networking technologies, including MPLS and EVPL
- Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, and other major network equipment manufacturers
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of network security practices and technologies
- Familiarity with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Experience working with remote Technicians on site
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP)
- Experience with SDN (Software-Defined Networking) technologies
What We Do
Digital transformation starts with purpose-built networks! FiberLight has been designing, building, and deploying one-of-a-kind fiber networks to ignite digital revolution for over 20 years. Today FiberLight owns over 14,000 route miles of robust fiber networks in over 44 key growth areas in Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Texas, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. All of our carrier-grade products – including Ethernet, FiberLight Cloud Connect, Dedicated Internet Access, Dark Fiber, and Wavelengths – are engineered to ensure business continuity. We credit our success to having the right people at the right places making the right investments.
