Job DescriptionNineStar Connect is looking for a highly skilled
Network Engineer III to help design, maintain, and evolve our next-generation service provider network. If you're passionate about complex routing, carrier-grade infrastructure, and building reliable networks that serve thousands of customers, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What You'll DoAs a Network Engineer III, you'll play a key role in the design, operation, and advancement of NineStar's core network infrastructure, including:
- Configuring, maintaining, and upgrading core service provider network devices
- Supporting and optimizing 100G and 400G transport networks
- Managing DWDM systems, MPLS networks, and private/public eBGP peering
- Maintaining public IPv4 and IPv6 addressing infrastructure
- Researching, testing, and deploying emerging service provider technologies
- Providing advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for network operations
- Administering critical network services including DNS, DHCP, TACACS, and monitoring platforms
- Developing and maintaining accurate network documentation
- Training and mentoring fellow engineers and technical staff
- Contributing to long-term network architecture planning and strategic initiatives
QualificationsRequired Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and at least 8 years of related experience, or
- Associate's degree in Computer Science or related field and at least 10 years of related experience
- Extensive experience supporting service provider networks
- Strong expertise in:
- BGP and OSPF routing protocols
- MPLS environments
- Complex routing and network design
- Cisco IOS, IOS-XE, and IOS-XR platforms
- Advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Linux-based network services including DNS, DHCP, and TACACS
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred Certifications- CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) or higher
- CCNP Service Provider concentration strongly preferred
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