Senior Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES

Kforce is immediately adding a full-time Senior Network Engineer in support of our industry's leading technology development client in Charlotte, NC.

Overview

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Company products in data center networking technologies, supporting customers with network design, troubleshooting, hardware and software testing, documentation, best practices, and automation
• Provide primary technical support for break/fix activities, using advanced diagnostic skills to restore services quickly and reduce the likelihood of recurrence
• Advise customers on best practices for Junos configurations and network design
• Manage and grow relationships with internal teams and outsourced development partners involved in engineering design and development
• Review and evaluate designs and project activities for compliance with technology and development standards; Provide constructive feedback to improve product quality
• Contribute domain-specific expertise and engineering leadership to cross-organizational projects and programs
• Drive innovation by integrating new technologies into engineering projects and designs
• Mentor and guide junior staff members

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Typically, 6 + years of experience in data center routing, switching, and network architecture, with hands-on experience using Company Juniper products such as the MX, QFX, PTX, and EX series
• Experience testing and certifying Junos and Junos EVO software features and associated hardware
• Skilled in empirical analysis, modeling, and testing methodologies to validate product designs and specifications
• Proficient with engineering design tools and software used to design components and solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and the local language; Able to present product architectures and design proposals and to negotiate options with senior management
• Proven ability to develop test automation and write scripts in Python
• Up to 10% travel to customer sites is required

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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