Senior Network Engineer - Rochester, NY

Senior Network Engineer

We are looking for a senior network engineer to join our team. This individual should enjoy working multiple projects in a fast paced, team centric environment.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for the installation, layout, and maintenance of all network gear.

• Plan, design, analyze, and provide technical support for our fiber-based network.

• Conduct research and evaluation of new network technology and recommend purchases of network equipment.

• Responsible for Windows and Linux based back-office systems.

• Participate in an on-call rotation with other engineers.

• Assist provisioning and technical support as needed.

Required Skills:

• Successful candidates should possess in-depth working knowledge of Nokia and Cisco network equipment.

• In-depth knowledge in routing (BGP, OSPF, ISIS), switching, and PON related configurations.

• Intermediate knowledge in fiber termination specifications.

• In-depth knowledge of DWDM systems.

• In-depth knowledge in Unix based scripting and systems management.

• Excellent project management skills, written skills, and communications skills.

• Firm understanding of PON networks.

• Intermediate knowledge of outside plant equipment and terminology.

• Intermediate knowledge of Carrier Grade NAT.

• Intermediate knowledge of the building of facilities. Power, space, HVAC, cabling, etc.

• In-depth knowledge of carrier grade IPAM/DHCP solutions.

• The ability to learn new technologies quickly.

• Ability to perform independent system analysis, design, and plan implementation.

• Attention to detail a must.

Education:

• BS in Information Technology or equivalent education required.

• 5+ years’ experience building data networks with at least 2 years in systems engineering.