Network Engineer (ContractToHire/Remote)

Network Engineer (Full Time, Contract-To-Hire; Remote, 10%-15% Yearly Travel)

Optomi, in partnership with one of our clients, is seeking a Network Engineer to support a large-scale, highly distributed network environment spanning approximately 22,000 locations. This role combines hands-on network engineering and troubleshooting with coding and automation across a wide variety of network devices and field environments. The Network Engineer will support Cisco routing, WAN and SD-WAN technologies, troubleshoot complex connectivity issues, and develop scripts to automate network tasks, retrieve device information, and improve operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has strong networking fundamentals, hands-on experience with routing and distributed networks, and the ability to use Python or other scripting languages to solve problems and automate repetitive network functions.

Responsibilities:

• Engineer, support, and troubleshoot network infrastructure across a large-scale, distributed environment.
• Troubleshoot network issues using OSI layers, ARP, DHCP, packet captures, and other networking fundamentals.
• Develop scripts and automation to improve network operations and reduce manual tasks.
• Work hands-on with Cisco routers and other network devices across varied field environments.
• Support WAN and SD-WAN environments, including routing, redundancy, connectivity, and internet offload.
• Write scripts to interact with network devices, retrieve logs, and process network information.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues across remote sites and identify root causes.
• Collaborate with the network engineering team on network design, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Apply today if your background includes:

• Strong hands-on network engineering experience across routing, switching, WAN, and distributed network environments.
• Strong understanding of OSI layers, ARP, DHCP, packet captures, routing, and network troubleshooting.
• Hands-on coding or scripting experience specifically used for network automation.
• Experience with Python and the ability to write scripts that interact with network devices.
• Experience working with Cisco routers and network infrastructure.
• Experience with WAN and/or SD-WAN technologies; Silver Peak/Aruba SD-WAN experience is a plus.
• Experience with Git/GitHub, YAML, Terraform, Ansible, or shell scripting is beneficial.
• Exposure to cellular, RF, microwave backhaul, cloud, or network security technologies is a plus.