Cisco XR Migration Engineer (Remote) Part time after hours

About the role

Execute IOS to XR migrations on live ISP networks. Perform pre-checks, scripted cutovers, post-validation, and troubleshooting while coordinating with NOC teams to maintain service integrity during overnight windows.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-checks on live ISP networks
• Execute scripted cutovers from IOS to XR
• Conduct post-validation and troubleshooting
• Coordinate with NOC teams during overnight migration windows

Requirements

• Hands-on Cisco XR experience on ASR/NCS platforms
• Strong command of classic Cisco IOS and ISP-grade networking (BGP, IS-IS/OSPF, MPLS, QoS)
• Skilled in CLI troubleshooting, cutover scripts, config templates, and rollback strategies
• Comfortable working independently overnight on production systems

Preferred Skills

• Python or Ansible scripting
• Experience with automated validation frameworks

Schedule

Part-time, evenings (overnight windows).