IP/MPLS Network Design Engineer

Advanced knowledge in all packet based protocols such as TCP/IP, MPLS and routing protocols such IS-IS, RIP, IGRP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP4, Advanced knowledge of LAN Switching architecture, design and implementation. Must be an expert in fundamental IP/Ethernet networking (ie ARP, broadcast storms, L2 Loop avoidance mechanisms, etc)

Experienced in the design and operation of Cisco and Juniper network products and Cisco IOS and JUNOS software. Clear understanding of modern Router architecture (control plane and forwarding plane separation, switch fabric design, egress queuing, IP lookup algorithms).

Experienced well-rounded Telecommunications Engineer. Ability to understand Physical and Data-link layer media properties and implications as they relate to network architecture (ie fiber optics, PSTN, HFC, DOCSIS, PON, RF, etc)

Experienced in data communications and networking principles; standards (eg ANSI, IETF, IEEE, MPLS & FRF, Nyquist Sampling Theorem, Shannon Information Theorem)

Knowledge of SONET and DWDM network architecture and operations

Background in lab testing methodology and requirements

Job functions will include:

• Conducts extensive lab evaluations and integration testing of network elements and document results.
• Formulates integrated voice, data, and/or video network architectures based upon demand, capacity, emerging network services, trends, and technologies
• Plans and implements network enhancements and directions for access, metro, and national networks.
• Provides detailed engineering support and consultation to field systems, design engineers, and implementation teams.
• Serves as primary subject matter expert in the area of IP Network Engineering
• Conduct engineering economic, alternative, and feasibility evaluations
• Develops network element technical specifications.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or telecommunications field and Generally 5-8 years experience in a telecommunications or networking field.
• Masters Degree in telecommunications or network field with 3-5
• Minimum of 5 years experience with IP network design and management including recent experience with Cisco and Juniper specific implementations
• Minimum of 3 years experience designing and implementing complex IP routing scenarios (Including BGP & OSPF)
• Telecommunications Industry certifications a plus
• Experience with wireless or VOIP networks a plus.