Network Engineer

Vision Net Inc•Billings, MT

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Vision Net, Montana’s state-wide fiber optic network and premier data center provider, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Network Engineer to join our dynamic Network Operations team. In this role, you will play a critical part in design, implementation, and maintenance of our robust photonics, routed & switching network infrastructure, and outside plant (OSP) facilities. This position demands excellent communication skills, sharp attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the telecommunications industry. The ideal candidate brings a proactive mindset, a positive attitude and the ability to ensure seamless network operations while optimizing performance and reliability.

Requirements

10+ years of proven experience in telecom or service provider network engineering.
Lead the design and evolution of IP/MPLS and photonics / optical transport networks (DWDM/OTN).
Solid understanding of Outside Plant (OSP) facilities, fiber splicing, and path engineering.
Proficiency in carrier-grade routing and switching protocols ( BGP, OSPF, MPLS, Segment Routing).
Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Relevant industry certifications required (CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, MEF, or OEM vendor certifications).
Strong problem-solving abilities with a history of diagnosing and resolving complex network issues efficiently.
Proficiency in networking strategy and integration planning.
Initiative-taking, goal-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic and collaborative attitude.
Ability to travel as needed for site visits, client meetings, and industry events.
Any combination of the above requirements or equivalent education will be considered

Responsibilities

Provide visionary leadership and executive guidance on network architecture and cloud integration through detailed road maps and reference architectures.
Design, implement, and manage complex network solutions, focusing heavily on fiber optic networks, optical transport, and core routing/switching devices.
Proactively monitor network performance metrics and implement engineering strategies to guarantee optimal uptime and reliability.
Contribute to the strategic planning of network technologies and processes, making informed decisions to enhance long-term network efficiency and security.
Champion cloud native transformation and drive automation through AI – assisted network tools to drive business growth and improve operational efficiency.
Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies (such as automation and next-gen optical), and best practices to continuously modernize network infrastructure and security.
Collaborate with other departments and external stakeholders to design and deploy network solutions tailored to organizational and customer requirements.
Provide Tier-3 troubleshooting escalation assistance to the Network Operations Center (NOC).
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.