Job Description

Network Engineer (IP/MPLS)

Location: Middletown, NJ (5 days onsite)

Employment type: Long term contract

Pay rate: $45-55 hourly (based on years of experience)

Overview / Team Summary:

Brooksource is seeking a Network Engineer (IP/MPLS) to join our client’s service provider network team. This role supports senior engineers in designing, testing, and monitoring high-performance IP/MPLS networks. The candidate will gain exposure to advanced routing protocols, network automation, telemetry, and network testing tools, while contributing to critical operational and integration tasks. This position is ideal for detail-oriented professionals looking to grow their skills in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the configuration, testing, and troubleshooting of routers and switches in lab and production environments.
• Support routing protocols including IS-IS, BGP, Segment Routing, and MPLS.
• Conduct network performance testing using tools such as Ixia and Spirent.
• Capture and analyze logs during testing phases to identify issues and document findings.
• Work with NETCONF, gNMI, and streaming telemetry for configuration and monitoring.
• Participate in performance monitoring and reporting using telemetry and analytics platforms.
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, results, configurations, and troubleshooting steps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, QA, and operations to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging networking and automation technologies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong fundamentals in Layer 2/3 networking concepts and protocols.
• Hands-on experience in IS-IS, BGP, MPLS, and traffic engineering.
• Proficiency with NETCONF, YANG models, and streaming telemetry (e.g., gRPC, gNMI).
• Experience with network testing tools such as Ixia or Spirent.
• Ability to capture and interpret logs using Wireshark, tcpdump, or vendor-specific utilities.
• Basic scripting experience in Python.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIA, JNCIP, or equivalent.
• Experience with automation frameworks and test orchestration tools.
• Prior experience in lab certification testing, field deployment, or automation infrastructure.

What’s in it for you:

• Gain hands-on experience with advanced networking technologies and automation tools.
• Work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams in a high-performing environment.
• Opportunity to develop skills in routing, network automation, telemetry, and testing.
• Exposure to service provider-grade networks and large-scale projects.

EEO Statement:

• Eight Eleven Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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