The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security. This role involves configuring and deploying GPON network elements including Optical Line Terminals (OLTs), Optical Network Units (ONUs), and splitters. The engineer will manage routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and static routes, while also handling VLANs, Quality of Service (QoS) policies, Network Address Translation (NAT), Access Control Lists (ACLs), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Management Systems (NMS), and traffic engineering to maintain network efficiency and security. The engineer is also responsible for monitoring network performance, implementing firewall and load balancing solutions, and automating network tasks where applicable to enhance operational efficiency.
This role includes managing and leading a small team of two members to collaborate on network configuration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate has experience working with multi-vendor network equipment such as Cisco, Juniper, MikroTik, and Huawei, and possesses strong troubleshooting skills to resolve routing issues effectively. Experience with BRAS, RADIUS, or AAA servers is essential to support network access and authentication services. Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary to guide the team and coordinate with other departments as needed.
Responsibilities
- Configure, deploy, and maintain GPON network elements, including OLTs, ONUs, and splitters.
- Set up and manage routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and static routing to ensure network stability and efficiency.
- Administer VLANs, QoS policies, NAT, ACLs, DHCP, and traffic engineering to optimize network traffic flow and security.
- Manage BRAS, RADIUS, or AAA servers for user authentication and session management.
- Monitor network performance, identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, and implement improvements.
- Configure and maintain firewall systems to secure network infrastructure against unauthorized access and threats.
- Implement load balancing solutions to distribute network traffic effectively across resources.
- Automate network management tasks and configuration processes to improve operational efficiency.
- Troubleshoot and resolve routing and connectivity issues across multi-vendor network equipment including Cisco, Juniper, MikroTik, and Huawei.
- Lead and support a team of two network engineers, providing guidance, training, and coordination of tasks.
- Document network configurations, procedures, and issue resolutions for operational transparency and knowledge sharing.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and upgrades.
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