Network Engineer
Remote - Successful candidate must live in a state in which Point Broadband operates (AL, FL, GA, MD, MI, NY, OH, TN, TX, or VA)   #LI-remote/span>

Summary:

Point Broadband is seeking a skilled Network Engineer to join our Core Engineering team. In this role, you will design, build, and support Point Broadband’s Core, Metro, and Access networks with a focus on reliability, scalability, and operational excellence. You’ll play a key role in testing and deploying new platforms and act as a senior escalation point for advanced routing and switching issues across our infrastructure. This position is ideal for engineers with strong service provider experience and a deep understanding of protocols like BGP, MPLS, IS-IS, and OSPF.

Key Responsibilities:

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed below:

• Design, implement, and support Point Broadband’s core, metro, and access network infrastructure
• Lead validation and deployment of high-availability network platforms
• Serve as Tier 3 escalation support for complex routing and switching incidents
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to coordinate network deployments and upgrades
• Conduct root cause analysis for persistent or critical network issues and implement long-term solutions
• Document network designs, operational standards, and change procedures
• Define support requirements for new network technologies and participate in roadmap planning
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide guidance to operations teams
• Maintain punctual, consistent attendance and perform additional duties as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent military/industry experience (5+ years)
• Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience with ISP or service provider network engineering
• Strong background in the design and deployment of multi-gigabit transport networks
• Deep expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS) and MPLS technologies (LDP, L3VPNs, traffic engineering)
• Experience with high availability and redundancy protocols (VRRP, HSRP)
• Proficient in configuration and troubleshooting of Juniper and Arista routers and switches
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, customer-focused attitude

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with network automation/scripting tools (e.g., Python, Ansible)
• Knowledge of network monitoring and telemetry tools (e.g., SNMP, NetFlow, Prometheus)
• Certifications such as JNCIS, JNCIP, or CCNP/CCIP or equivalent hands-on experience

Technical Skillset:

• Strong working knowledge of Juniper and Arista platforms
• Familiarity with Cisco is a plus but not required
• L2/L3 protocols: TCP/IP (v4 & v6), MPLS, QoS, VRRP, BFD, STP, LACP, ACLs, and prefix lists
• Routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS
• DNS, DHCP, and IP address management
• Solid understanding of disaster recovery design, traffic engineering, and convergence strategies

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift and transport equipment up to 50 pounds
• Able to work in confined spaces (e.g., behind server racks, ceilings)
• Extended periods of sitting or standing may be required

Benefits:

• Medical (3 plans to choose from), Dental and Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life as well as Voluntary policies
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off
• Share the Care Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Uniform/Boot allowance *Applicable by Position*
• Cell Phone Allowance *Applicable by Position*
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Discounted Broadband Services *Where Applicable*