Network IP Engineer-Transport, Telecom, Nokia And Ciena Experience Required-100% Remote

TEKsystems is currently seeking a Network IP Engineer for a 1-year 100% Remote extendable contract. Potential for permanent conversion.*Candidates must have experience with Core IP, Transport, Nokia, Ciena and ideally Metasolv.*Description*Engineer II, IP Engineering position is expected to provide engineering design and implementation services necessary to support the company's IP/MPLS core network, carrier Ethernet transport systems, cellular data core systems, and/or video transmission services. Will be required to provide technical leadership and escalation support for various operations and engineering groups as well as technical training and mentorship to team members. Requires excellent communication skills to facilitate collaboration with various internal departments to ensure the reliable operation and growth of a converged and scalable carrier network.Essential Duties:Test new technologies and service architectures in lab environmentsPlan, design, implement, and document new network implementations.Complete Engineering Estimates and Installation Packages as needed.Provide escalation and troubleshooting support for operations teams.Provide mentorship of more junior staff to support the growth of technical knowledge and experience.Level Definition:Additional Job Requirements: As a mid-level engineer position, must have a comprehensive understanding of the company's IP/MPLS core network and possess the skills and motivation required to independently complete assigned engineering projects with minimal assistance and/or guidance. Must have developed project management skills necessary to manage multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining business deliverables for timeline and budget. Must have comprehensive troubleshooting skills to assist operations groups in resolving the majority of network issues that may arise.Essential Duties for this position:Plan, design, implement, and document new network implementations.Test new technologies and service architectures in lab environments.Complete Engineering Estimates and Installation Packages as needed.Provide escalation and troubleshooting support for operations teams.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:High-level understanding of standard engineering concepts such as high availability, redundancy, reliability, scalability, and securityStrong ability to create and edit network drawings using Microsoft Visio application.Advanced experience with the configuration of Alcatel/Nokia, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper routers and switchesAdvanced understanding of routing protocols such as BGP, ISIS, OSPF, EIGRP, etc.Strong understanding of project management conceptsStrong understanding of RSVP, LDP, and PIMStrong understanding of data center network designStrong understanding of common transport technologies such as Ethernet, SONET, TDM, Fiber, Microwave, Satellite, Wi-Fi, cellular, etc.Extensive experience with layer-2 Ethernet technologies such as VLANs, STP, LACP, MC-LAG, etc.Strong analytic, strategic, interpersonal, and critical thinking skillsSelf-directed and motivated, highly focused on the company and departmental goalsCreative and innovative problem solverExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work collaboratively together towards a common goal.Ability to Identify, report, and resolve technical problems in a manner that is consistent with established guidelines.Certifications: Industry specific certifications relevant to the discipline are highly valued and may contribute toward education requirements.Minimum qualificationsMinimum four years of relevant and progressive technical experience in a Carrier Ethernet or large ISP environment.High School diploma or equivalent required.Bachelor's degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Telecommunications or related field is required.Or, in addition to minimum experience required; a combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis.Graduate degree in Engineering may be substituted for professional engineering experience on a year for year basis.*Skills*nokia, Ciena, Ip networking, metasolv, juniper, visio*Top Skills Details*nokia,Ciena,Ip networking*Additional Skills & Qualifications*Nokia NRS I / NRS IICiena OC and CRSJuniper JNCIA / JNCISBrocade BCNE / BCNPEligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, TX.*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:* Medical, dental & vision* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)* Short and long-term disability* Health Spending Account (HSA)* Transportation benefits* Employee Assistance Program* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)*Workplace Type*This is a fully remote position.*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.h4>About TEKsystems:We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global ServicesWe're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.