Role Overview
As the Principal Network Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of our network infrastructure. This is a leadership role responsible for managing the network engineering team, setting priorities, and delivering carrier-grade network solutions.
You will enforce adherence to approved network designs, drive best practices, and ensure the network is robust, scalable, and high-performing.
Key Responsibilities
Network Availability
* Ensure stable and reliable network services.
* Monitor daily network performance.
* Troubleshoot and resolve network and hardware issues.
* Generate and respond to trouble tickets; handle carrier escalations.
* Deploy and maintain network monitoring and analysis tools.
* Collaborate with Network Operations and Architecture teams.
Network Management
* Provide network support across operations and change management.
* Apply configuration changes using change control processes.
* Create HLD (High-Level Design) and LLD (Low-Level Design) documentation.
* Install and upgrade network hardware and software.
* Maintain patches, OS tuning, and configuration management.
* Engage with vendors and industry partners on behalf of the business.
Continuous Improvement
* Implement new technologies to enhance network services.
* Optimize capacity and improve network reliability.
* Develop and maintain strong network security practices.
General Duties
* Support core, distribution, and access networks.
* Deliver sustainable solutions for complex networking challenges.
* Collaborate with network architects, engineers, and security teams.
* Roll out innovative programs to reduce network issues.
Key Skills and Experience
Technical Skills
* Strong understanding of IPv4, IPv6, BGP, ISIS, MPLS, LDP, Segment Routing.
* Experience with BNG for IPoE and PPPoE, Zero Touch Provisioning, DHCP, RADIUS.
* Knowledge of uRPF/BCP38, CGNAT, and highly available (N+1) network architectures.
* Experience with PON access networks.
* Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Go.
* Solid Linux command-line and administration skills.
Required Experience
* Experience in an ISP/carrier environment, large NOC, or network engineering team.
Preferred Qualifications
* CCNP or equivalent vendor certification (or relevant practical experience).