Sr Network Engineer (Carrier Networking)

ePlus inc.

96d • $85,000 - $130,000

About The Position

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Sr Network Engineer (Carrier Networking) with deep expertise in high-end routing and optical networking solutions. This individual will serve as a technical expert across our portfolio of next-generation infrastructure solutions from Cisco, Ciena, Arista, Nokia, and Juniper. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting, deploying, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex IP/MPLS and optical networks for carrier, service provider, and large enterprise environments. Along with mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in carrier-grade or large enterprise network environments.
• Proven expertise with Cisco, Ciena, Arista, Nokia, and/or Juniper platforms.
• In-depth understanding of IP/MPLS, BGP, OSPF/ISIS, Segment Routing, QoS, and DWDM/ROADM technologies.
• Strong background in Optical Transport technologies (e.g., coherent optics, ROADMs, alien wavelengths).
• Ability to lead technical workshops and effectively communicate with our clients and internal teams (written and verbal).
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize accordingly.
• Excellent analytical and critical problem-solving skills.
• Strong willingness to learn modern technologies via lab work and self-study.
• Strong desire to put team and company success above his or her own interests.

Nice To Haves

• Multiple industry-recognized Certifications preferred.
• Cisco CCNP (Routing & Switching or Service Provider).
• Juniper JNCIP / Nokia NRS / Ciena Certified Optical Professional.
• Arista ACE / NSE or relevant OEM certifications.
• Experience in scripting or automation (e.g., Python, Ansible) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support high-performance networks involving core, edge, and DCI topologies using high-end routing and optical platforms.
• Provide deep hands-on engineering and troubleshooting across multi-vendor platforms.
• Collaborate with sales, architects, and clients to define technical solutions aligned to customer needs and industry trends.
• Lead POCs, lab validations, and on-site/remote implementations for complex infrastructure rollouts.
• Interface directly with OEM vendors to resolve escalated issues and stay current on roadmaps and features.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to internal knowledge sharing, documentation, and best practices development.
• Support automation and telemetry initiatives by integrating programmable network solutions (Netconf, YANG, gRPC, Ansible, Python).
• Contribute to solution development in Data Center Interconnect (DCI), Transport/Backbone, Segment Routing, EVPN, and IP/Optical convergence.
• Lead a team of engineers on a professional services project(s).
• Maintain multiple advanced manufacturer specific advanced certifications.

Benefits

• 401(k) eligibility
• Employee stock purchase program
• Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees