Network Engineer

Network Engineer III

Employment Structure: Longterm Contract

Location: Charlotte, NC (4 days onsite; 1 day remote)

Pay Range: $40-$45/hr

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until at least Friday, November 13

Job Summary

The Network Engineer III is responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of complex telecommunications and enterprise network infrastructure. This role supports critical networking environments and ensures the reliability, scalability, and performance of data transport systems. The ideal candidate possesses advanced knowledge of routing, switching, transport technologies, and network architecture, along with hands-on experience supporting carrier-grade networking equipment in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, configure, and support large-scale IP and transport network infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues across routing, switching, transport, and fiber-optic environments.
• Perform network capacity planning, performance tuning, and infrastructure optimization.
• Install, configure, and maintain networking equipment including Juniper MX, QFX, EX, and ACX series; Nokia SR series; Ciena 8100/5171 platforms; and Cisco ISR routers.
• Monitor network performance and proactively identify opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Support network architecture initiatives and ensure alignment with business and operational requirements.
• Analyze and resolve issues related to TCP/IP, Ethernet, routing protocols, switching technologies, and transport networks.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and operations teams to execute network projects and service deployments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, best practices, and organizational policies.
• Participate in maintenance activities, upgrades, and emergency response efforts as needed.
• Stay current with emerging networking technologies and recommend enhancements to existing infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in data networking, telecommunications networking, or network engineering.
• Advanced understanding of network architecture, protocols, topologies, and network design principles.
• Strong knowledge of the OSI model, TCP/IP protocol suite, Ethernet technologies, bridging, switching, and routing.
• Experience working with fiber-optic technologies, including multi-mode and single-mode fiber.
• Knowledge of network infrastructure standards such as IEEE and ANSI.
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting carrier and enterprise networking platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex networking issues.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting service provider, telecommunications, or large enterprise network environments.
• Expertise with Juniper routing and switching platforms, particularly MX, QFX, EX, and ACX series.
• Experience with Nokia SR-series and Ciena transport platforms.
• Familiarity with WAN, MPLS, Metro Ethernet, and transport network technologies.
• Knowledge of network automation, scripting, or infrastructure-as-code concepts.
• Experience with network monitoring, capacity planning, and performance management tools.
• Relevant industry certifications such as Juniper JNCIS/JNCIP, Cisco CCNP, Nokia NRS, or equivalent.
• Experience performing network design reviews, network migrations, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Proven ability to quickly learn emerging technologies and adapt to evolving business requirements.

Why Join Us?

• 401(k) Matching Plan
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
• Relationship Driven Process to Find Your Best Fit
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Regular Meetings to Ensure Quality in Your Engagement

About Us:

At Brooksource, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. Since 2000,

we’ve built lasting partnerships with clients, consultants, and internal teams to

deliver an exceptional experience across every engagement. As a trusted IT and

Engineering services provider, Brooksource supports Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our

proprietary Workforce Transformation program. Whether you're hiring

for software development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics,

or enterprise IT, our customized staffing solutions are designed to align with your

company’s unique goals, culture, and technology stack. We offer flexible hiring

models, including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement to meet your

evolving business needs.

We are a certified partner of leading platforms, including Salesforce, AWS,

Microsoft, and Google Cloud, enabling us to deliver scalable, end-to-end

technology solutions. With a growing national footprint, Brooksource is redefining

expectations in IT consulting, engineering services, and technology workforce

solutions.

EEO Statement:

Brooksource is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the

basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry,

citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation

and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual

orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental

disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law,

genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal,

state, or local laws and ordinances.

Benefits & Perks:

Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health

Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that

can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company

match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and

paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that

provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life

coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer:

The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of

compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer

include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience,

knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market

data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.