Core IP-Senior Network Engineer at eStream Networks

Job Purpose

The Core IP Senior Network Engineer is responsible for planning and implementing IP connectivity solutions using a wide range of networking products including Cisco routers and switches, Mikrotik routers, and firewall devices.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Insight and Integration

• Assist the Head of IP Core Network to achieve corporate objectives
• Attend project and departmental meetings
• Provide inputs to the departmental annual budget
• Provide technological innovation to improve routing performance and overall service availability

Technical Analysis and Problem Solving

• Conduct constant review of core and distribution network design to optimize network performance
• Configure core and edge routers for integration of last-mile connections across technologies such as VSAT, Microwave Radio, APN, and Optic Fiber to deploy various connectivity solutions over the MPLS network
• Configure client bandwidth on PE devices
• Generate graphical representations of core nodes integrated on the network
• Provide technical solutions to network issues beyond 2nd level support
• Perform IP address planning and management for core, distribution, and access networks

Interpersonal, Relationship Management and Collaboration

• Liaise with 3rd party vendors to deliver projects
• Partner with Service Deployment and presales technical officers to provide solutions to clients

Communication

• Escalate service-impacting issues outside span of control to the IP specialist
• Deliver weekly and monthly reports on network status
• Generate and submit periodic project and operational reports to the COO for informed decision-making

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or HND in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Electronics Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 6 years of work experience in a relevant role
• Network experience in an ISP environment or systems administration