Hiring: Network Engineer Company: Optimum Location: Tyler, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 00:13:18 Target Skills & Keywords : BGP, Bash, Change Management, MPLS, Python, Subnetting, VPN, iOS About the job Experience: •2 years of related experience; or equivalent Required Skills: •We are seeking a highly skilled IP Network Engineer to design, implement, and maintain a complex service provider (ISP) IP/MPLS network. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in IP routing and a demonstrated ability to handle complex network projects in a carrier-grade environment. •The engineer will diagnose, troubleshoot, and document issues related to the support, implementation, and management of a core network environment that includes Cisco IOS-XR and IOS. Timely and accurate resolution of hardware and software network problems is crucial, especially for customer-facing and SLA-driven services. •They will also provide engineering guidelines and network support to Fulfillment and Operations teams for deploying new hardware and services. Working closely with the Application Support team, they will gather new product requirements and define parameters for service activation. •Additionally, performing failure analysis of hardware, software, and application-related issues impacting services is part of the role, with a strong focus on delivering the best experience for all customers in a 24x7 ISP production environment. •IP Routing Protocols and technologies such as: OSPF, ISIS, BGP, MPLS-TE, QoS Capabilities •IP Backbone capacity management and traffic engineering (TE) •Core IP routing technologies and vendors, specifically Cisco and Nokia •IPv4 and IPv6 subnetting and address planning for large-scale ISP networks Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or equivalent •CCNP required or equivalent experience; CCIE plus •Operational familiarity with fiber optic technology and transport networks •Scripting languages are recommended •Strong interpersonal and communication skills •Demonstrated capacity to work in a 24x7 operational environment with on-call rotation •Proven ability to troubleshoot large-scale outages under pressure and meet SLA commitments •If you have the drive to succeed and are ready to embark on a thrilling career, seize this opportunity today, and join our winning team. Together, we'll shape the future of connectivity. •All job descriptions and required skills, qualifications and responsibilities for a particular position are subject to modification by the Company from time to time, in the Company’s discretion based on business necessity. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!