Network Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Brazoria, TX (On-Site, M-F)

Are you ready to play a mission-critical role in maintaining and evolving the network backbone of a rapidly expanding rural telecommunications provider? Our client, a long-standing regional leader in broadband services, is searching for a Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead the charge in network reliability, performance, and service delivery. This hands-on opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a tight-knit, high-accountability culture and wants their expertise to have a direct impact on customers and infrastructure alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and support a range of Layer 2/3 networking systems, including routers, switches, wireless access points, and FTTH platforms.
• Oversee and optimize transport networks and L2VPN services using both Cisco and Juniper technologies.
• Support and maintain DOCSIS, VoIP, IPTV, and DWDM systems in a hybrid broadband environment.
• Troubleshoot, provision, and improve services such as CGNAT, DHCP, AAA, and broadband subscriber management systems.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including diagrams, configs, and SOPs.
• Analyze network systems to detect and eliminate hidden problems that hinder optimal performance.
• Design technical solutions aimed at increasing service uptime, capacity, and performance.
• Collaborate with leadership on equipment procurement and service integration strategies.
• Act as Tier 3 escalation support and assist in knowledge-sharing across the NOC team.
• Participate in change management, system upgrades, and service rollout initiatives.

Desired Skills & Technologies

• Proven experience across access, transport, and service layers of a network (Layer 1–3).
• Mastery of routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and network virtualization.
• Proficiency with monitoring and diagnostic tools (Wireshark, NetFlow, SNMP, Syslog, etc.).
• Hands-on familiarity with VoIP infrastructure, IPTV technologies, and HFC/DOCSIS systems.
• Experience with authentication tools (RADIUS, TACACS+), DHCP systems, and Linux environments.
• Exposure to scripting or automation tools (Python, Ansible, YANG) is a strong plus.
• Skilled at explaining complex technical concepts to stakeholders with varying levels of technical fluency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of network engineering experience, preferably in a service provider or ISP setting.
• Technical degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Industry certifications such as CCNA (required), JNCIA, or equivalent are highly desired.

Why Join?

• Make a significant impact on network reliability and customer experience in a growing organization.
• Be part of a collaborative, family-style culture where your voice is heard.
• Work hands-on with modern fiber, wireless, and transport technologies.
• Help shape the technical future of a company expanding its market footprint.

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