In this role, you’ll bring your expertise in routing protocols, hands-on troubleshooting, and solution deployment to ensure a seamless transition to next-generation networking infrastructure. You will also have the ability to work closely with our customer to help them adhere to standards,  and help mentor across our team of engineers, fostering growth and teamwork to achieve shared success.

 

Position Details: 

Exempt Salary position based upon experience & skill level (weekly salary broken down hourly for invoicing purposes only.) Contract with possible contract extension or hire Standard work hours:  Location:  United States Remote

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead Network Deployment Activities: Architect, design, and implement network switch refreshes across enterprise environments and remote offices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Mentor and Guide Engineers: Share knowledge and provide hands-on mentorship to all team members, fostering a collaborative environment that emphasizes skill development and innovation. Hands-On Troubleshooting: Resolve complex networking issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. Optimize Network Solutions: Develop deployment strategies and configurations for switching and routing solutions, leveraging industry best practices and cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Release and Project Managers, Smart Hands resources, and clients to ensure smooth execution of deployment plans. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Create detailed documentation of system designs, configurations, and processes for both internal and client use. Proactive Innovation: Continuously research and implement new networking technologies to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Technical Expertise: High proficiency in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS) and troubleshooting skills in complex network environments. Strong experience with switching technologies, including Nexus, Catalyst Switches, spine-leaf and SDA architecture. Hands-on experience in Managing and deploying SDA (Wired & Wireless infrastructure) using Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNAC) Strong knowledge on VxLAN and LISP. Hands-on experience on LAN technologies including QoS and Dot1x. Knowledge on Cisco ISE. Familiarity with DMZ, Firewall, load balancer, and DDI (DNS, DHCP and IP Schema).  Leadership and Mentorship: Proven ability to mentor and work with existing engineers to build strong, collaborative teams. Strong decision-making skills with a focus on achieving measurable results. Innovation and Attention to Detail: A passion for seeking new, better ways of doing things, with a meticulous focus on detail. A proactive mindset to identify and resolve potential issues before they arise.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience preferred. 10–15 years of experience in network engineering with a focus on deployment and implementation. Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent (Cisco/Arista certifications preferred). Experience working in production data centers, Enterprise Networks routing/switching, and firewalls.  Proficiency with networking tools and technologies, including ERP, MS Office, and service management platforms.
 

Why Join Us?

Freedom to Innovate: Bring your ideas to life in a dynamic, supportive environment. Mentorship Opportunities: Build and shape a high-performing engineering team. Make an Impact: Play a key role in modernizing critical financial infrastructure. Collaborative Culture: Work with a talented team that values teamwork and shared success.
 

If you’re ready to tackle challenging projects and make a difference, we want to hear from you. Let’s innovate together!

This job description is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, and responsibilities that are required of the employee; it is not meant to be all-inclusive for any one position. Job responsibilities and requirements are subject to change at any time due to business conditions or any other reason.

About Us:

Black Box Network Services is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to helping customers design, deploy and manage their IT infrastructure. We deliver high-value products and services through our global presence and 3,000 team members.

What’s in it for You at Black Box Network Services?

Black Box provides challenging work that creates advancement opportunities within the organization for those demonstrating desire and aptitude through their achievements. We have no shortage of opportunities. If you are looking for a business that allows for individual reward and growth, we are the place for you!

Black Box does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status, and endorses those policies and practices which seek to recruit, hire, train and promote the most qualified persons into available jobs.

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