Network Engineer
Coppell, TX
Engineering /
Full Time /
On-site
NOVOS FiBER, a leading provider of FTTH internet services, is seeking a motivated and experienced Network Engineer to join our team and play a key role in the design, deployment, and maintenance of our network infrastructure. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, scalability, and reliability of the NOVOS FiBER optical network.
Essential Job Functions:
- Design, implement, and maintain optical transmission systems, IP routing and switching equipment, and Wi-Fi routing solutions.
- Configure and maintain IP routing infrastructure, manage Internet connections, and associated services.
- Document and distribute design, deployment, and maintenance standards for the broadband platform.
- Manage the ongoing maintenance of the broadband platform, including grooming, augmentation, and upgrades.
- Perform capacity and other planning functions for the broadband platform.
- Monitor network performance and proactively identify areas for optimization and improvement.
- Develop and sustain relationships with equipment vendors and service providers.
- Troubleshoot technical issues from customer or platform support teams and work with equipment vendors and service providers to resolve them.
- Implement corrective actions and preventive measures to maintain network reliability and uptime.
- Conduct acceptance testing and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Be the subject matter expert on one or more aspects of the broadband platform.
- Stay current on the latest trends and changes in the relevant technologies and the broadband industry.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, equipment inventory, and network topology.
- Generate regular reports on network performance, capacity utilization, and key performance indicators.
- Provide technical documentation and training materials for internal teams and external stakeholders as needed.
Requirements:
- Minimum of three years of experience in designing, deploying, and maintaining networks in an ISP environment.
- In-depth knowledge of routing and switching technologies and their associated standards and protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP.
- Hands-on experience with routers and switches from leading vendors, preferably Nokia.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex network issues.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, startup environment.
- Willingness to report to the NOVOS FiBER Coppell office five days per week.
- Be available for occasional night/weekend on-call to address critical issues as needed.
Other Skills/Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good troubleshooting skills and methodologies.
- Ability to identify risks/issues and develop recommendations for resolution.
- Attention to detail with good organizational capabilities.
- Ability to prioritize with good time management skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel and reach.
- Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English.
- Must have visual acuity.
- Must be able to lift 0-25 pounds.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
