Network Engineer (Juniper) (100% Remote)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to support a large-scale network modernization and hardware refresh initiative. This position will play a critical role in migrating services from legacy network infrastructure to next-generation platforms within a complex service provider environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing router and switch configurations and develop migration strategies.
• Create detailed Method of Procedure (MOP) and implementation documentation.
• Develop replacement configurations and migration plans for new network platforms.
• Execute network migrations, cutovers, and production changes during scheduled maintenance windows.
• Support large-scale EOS/EOL (End-of-Support/End-of-Life) network refresh initiatives.
• Cook up activities with engineering, operations, field technicians, staging teams, and third-party providers.
• Troubleshoot routing, switching, and service migration issues in production environments.
• Manage multiple migration projects simultaneously while meeting aggressive project timelines.
• Participate in peer reviews and change management processes.

Requirements

• 3+ years of network engineering experience within a service provider, ISP, telecommunications, cable, or carrier environment.
• Hands-on experience with Juniper networking platforms, including: MX Series, ACX Series, QFX Series.
• Strong routing and switching expertise, including: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS, VLANs.
• Experience planning and executing network migrations, hardware refreshes, or platform replacement projects.
• Experience creating and executing MOPs/MOFs and production change procedures.
• Ability to independently analyze existing configurations and develop replacement configurations.
• Experience performing customer migrations, maintenance windows, and production cutovers.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within complex routed environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting large-scale network modernization projects.
• Experience with Cisco and Nokia networking platforms.
• Knowledge of Cisco ASR, 7600, or 9000 series equipment.
• Experience with Nokia 7210 and 7750 platforms.
• Familiarity with network inventory or provisioning tools such as Granite.
• Project management or project coordination experience.
• Experience working with implementation, provisioning, or network operations teams.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who can quickly contribute with minimal onboarding and training. This is not a playbook-driven role. Successful engineers in this position are comfortable reviewing existing configurations, determining migration requirements, building implementation plans from scratch, and ultimately owning migrations from planning through execution.

Why Apply?

• Work on a high-visibility network modernization initiative.
• Gain hands-on experience with large-scale Juniper environments.
• Own critical migration projects from design through implementation.
• Collaborate with experienced engineering and operations teams.
• Opportunity for contract extension based on performance and project needs.

Preferred Certifications

• Juniper Networks Certified Professional (JNCIP)
• Juniper Networks Certified Specialist (JNCIS)
• Cisco CCNP Enterprise
• Cisco CCNP Service Provider
• Cisco CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure
• Cisco CCIE Service Provider
• Nokia Network Routing Specialist (NRS)
• ITIL Foundation

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

About TEKsystems

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities.

About TEKsystems Global Services

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.