[Remote] Network Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Vantage Point Solutions is a growing, technology-driven consulting and engineering firm serving broadband, power, and financial industries nationwide. They are seeking a skilled Network Engineer to serve as a technical lead on network design and implementation projects for clients in the service provider space, focusing on engineering outcomes such as assessments, architecture, and deployments.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and optimize ISP and broadband network solutions across core, aggregation, access, transport, and customer edge environmentsLead network engineering projects including new deployments, upgrades, migrations, service turn-ups, hardware refreshes, and architecture modernization initiativesEngage directly with clients to understand business objectives, technical requirements, operational constraints, and growth plans, then translate those needs into practical network solutionsPerform discovery, assessments, and technical reviews of existing environments to identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for improved performance, resiliency, scalability, and securityDevelop high-level and low-level designs, statements of work support, implementation plans, Method of Procedure (MOP) documents, rollback plans, test plans, and client-ready technical documentationConfigure and deploy routers, switches, optical line systems, broadband access platforms, subscriber delivery systems, and related infrastructure across multi-vendor environmentsEngineer and troubleshoot technologies such as BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, EVPN, VLANs, QoS, ACLs, IPv4/IPv6, redundancy protocols, and broadband delivery platformsPlan and execute maintenance windows, software upgrades, cutovers, intrusive changes, and post-change validation activities with a strong focus on minimizing client impactProvide technical leadership during implementations, coordinate dependencies across internal teams and client stakeholders, and help drive projects to successful completionEvaluate hardware and software solutions and provide clients with technical recommendations, tradeoff analysis, budgeting input, and implementation guidanceCollaborate with project managers, network operations, cybersecurity teams, vendors, field resources, and client contacts to ensure high-quality delivery across consulting and managed services engagementsProvide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for complex service-affecting issues, post-deployment stabilization, and critical incidents when neededAnalyze alarms, logs, utilization trends, and performance data to identify root causes, support capacity planning, and improve network reliabilityMaintain accurate diagrams, standards, configuration records, inventories, and change documentation for both internal teams and client handoffContribute to engineering standards, process improvement, automation, and repeatable delivery practices that improve consistency and quality across projectsParticipate in the weekly after-hours on-call rotation and support NOC escalationSkillsStrong knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, Ethernet, subnetting, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and core network security principlesDemonstrated ability to design, implement, troubleshoot, and document production network environmentsHands-on experience with routing and switching protocols and technologies such as BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, VxLAN, MPLS, EVPN, QoS, ACLs, VRRP/HSRP, and IPv4/IPv6Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a client-facing MSP, consulting, or professional services environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex issues and develop practical, business-aware solutionsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholdersExperience creating network diagrams, implementation plans, configuration standards, and technical documentation suitable for both internal and client useExperience working within structured change management, incident management, and project delivery processesAbility to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environmentWillingness to support after-hours maintenance windows and occasional urgent escalations when requiredAbility to travel occasionally as needed, with no limitations on driving or flyingEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of a background checkMust be authorized to work in the United StatesBachelor's degree in computer information systems, computer science, information technology, engineering, telecommunications, or a related field; equivalent professional experience may also be considered3+ years of experience in network engineering, telecommunications, internet service provider, broadband, MSP, consulting, or related technical rolesIndustry certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, JNCIP, or service provider-focused certifications are preferredHands-on experience with platforms from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Nokia, Ribbon, Ciena, Adtran, Calix, or similarExperience with broadband and service provider technologies including GPON, Active Ethernet, OLT platforms, subscriber management concepts, transport networking, and carrier or regional ISP environmentsExperience designing or supporting dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 environments is preferredFamiliarity with network monitoring, logging, documentation, and ticketing platforms used in engineering and managed services environmentsExperience developing customer-facing design documents, implementation runbooks, migration plans, and post-project handoff documentationExposure to automation, scripting, or infrastructure-as-code tools such as Python, Ansible, or similar is a plusExperience supporting network security design considerations such as segmentation, edge filtering, and secure remote access is a plusBenefitsMedical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance401(k)Company OverviewVantage Point is a premier engineering and consulting firm serving the broadband, energy, enterprise, and banking industries. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Mitchell, South Dakota, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://vantagepnt.com/.