Principal Network Engineer (Internet Routing/Architecture)

2 Months ago • 10 Years + • Network Engineering

Job Summary

Job Description

The Principal Network Engineer will design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot large-scale network infrastructures, focusing on internet routing. This includes designing network layouts, optimizing performance, managing routing protocols like BGP and OSPF, and ensuring network security. Responsibilities also involve creating technical documentation, troubleshooting complex issues, planning for disaster recovery, mentoring junior engineers, and staying updated on technological advancements. The role requires strong communication and leadership skills.
Must have:
  • Minimum 10 years in network engineering, with focus on internet routing.
  • Solid understanding of internet architecture, including IXPs and transit networks.
  • Familiarity with network redundancy and disaster recovery practices.
  • Experience with network security practices in internet routing.
  • Capable of working with minimal guidance on complex tasks and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including after-hours changes and on-call rotation.
Good to have:
  • Excellent communication skills. Self-driven and capable of working independently, as well as collaboratively within a dynamic team.

Job Details

Project description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Network Engineer specializing in internet routing to join our team. The ideal candidate will be an expert in designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting large-scale, complex network infrastructures, with a deep understanding of IP routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and others.

Responsibilities
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Primary Responsibilities:

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Designing and Implementing Network Infrastructure: Developing and implementing the architecture for internet routing within an organization. This includes designing the layout of routers, switches, and other networking equipment to ensure efficient and secure data flow.

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Network Optimization and Scaling: Continuously analyzing network performance and making adjustments to optimize efficiency and reliability. This involves scaling the network to handle increased traffic and implementing new technologies as needed.

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Routing Protocol Management: Configuring and managing routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, or MPLS. This includes setting up routing policies, route redistribution, and ensuring that network routes are efficient and secure.

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Technical Documentation and Network Diagrams: Responsible for authoring comprehensive technical documentation, including detailed network diagrams, system configurations, and procedural guides. This involves effectively communicating complex network designs and configurations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clarity and accuracy for future reference and team collaboration.

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Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution: Identifying and resolving complex network issues, including those related to internet routing. This requires in-depth knowledge of network diagnostics and advanced troubleshooting techniques.

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Disaster Recovery and Redundancy Planning: Developing and implementing strategies for network redundancy and disaster recovery to ensure network uptime and reliability, even in the event of hardware failures or other disruptions.

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Mentorship and Team Leadership: Leading and mentoring junior network engineers and other technical staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development.

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Staying Informed of Technological Advances: Keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in network technology and internet routing. This includes understanding emerging technologies and how they might be leveraged to improve network performance and security.

Skills

Must have

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Requirements:

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Experience: Minimum of 10 years in network engineering, with a strong focus on internet routing.

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Internet Architecture Knowledge: Solid understanding of internet architecture, including internet exchange points (IXPs) and transit networks.

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Network Redundancy and Disaster Recovery: Familiarity with network redundancy, failover mechanisms, and disaster recovery practices specific to internet routing.

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Network Security: Experience with network security practices in internet routing, including DDoS mitigation, IP filtering, and secure routing protocols

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Independence and Communication: Capable of working with minimal guidance on complex tasks and excellent communication skills for effective interaction with leadership, peers, project managers, clients, and stakeholders.

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Flexible Working Schedule: Ability to work flexible hours, including after-hours changes and participating in an on-call rotation.

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Preferred Qualifications:

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Active CCNP or higher certification

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Proficiency in working with Cisco routers/switches and Arista equipment

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Python programming with network automation experience

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Familiarity with using Git as well as source code management and collaboration software such as GitHub

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Strong leadership and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects

Nice to have

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Excellent communication skills. Self-driven and capable of working independently, as well as collaboratively within a dynamic team.

Other
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Languages

English: C1 Advanced

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Seniority

Senior

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