Core Network Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Core Network Engineer to design, operate, and optimize high-availability core network infrastructure. The role focuses on ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability of enterprise or service-provider networks that support mission-critical applications and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain core network architecture including routing, switching, and backbone infrastructure
• Ensure high availability, redundancy, and fault tolerance across core network systems
• Monitor network performance and proactively optimize throughput, latency, and stability
• Configure and manage routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and MPLS
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and lead root cause analysis for critical incidents
• Collaborate with security, cloud, and systems teams to support secure and scalable connectivity
• Participate in network upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives
• Create and maintain network documentation, topology diagrams, and operational procedures
• Support capacity planning and future network expansion strategies

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of core networking concepts (Layer 2/Layer 3, TCP/IP)
• Hands-on experience with enterprise or service-provider network environments
• Proficiency in routing and switching technologies
• Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Knowledge of high-availability and disaster recovery network design

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with network automation and scripting (Python, Ansible)
• Knowledge of network security concepts (firewalls, VPNs, DDoS protection)
• Exposure to SDN, NFV, or modern network architectures
• Relevant certifications (CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, or equivalent)

What Makes This Role Unique

• Ownership of core backbone infrastructure
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-impact networks
• Involvement in network modernization and innovation projects

Ideal Candidate Profile

You are detail-oriented, analytical, and thrive in environments where network stability and performance are critical. You enjoy solving complex problems and contributing to the backbone that keeps organizations connected.

Pay: $90, $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: Remote