Network Certification & Implementation Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is immediately adding a full-time Network Certification and Implementation Engineer in support of our industry leading technology development client in Middletown, NJ. Our client is seeking candidates who are driven to make positive changes to the way people live and work by creating breakthrough technology solutions.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Laboratory Certification and Solution Validation:
* Perform laboratory testing, certification, and validation of Juniper networking solutions and architectures
* Develop, execute, and document test plans for new hardware, software releases, and customer network designs
* Configure, troubleshoot, and validate advanced networking features using Junos OS
* Conduct interoperability and performance testing using industry-standard test equipment
* Create detailed technical reports, configuration guides, test results, and operational procedures
* Deliver technical presentations and knowledge transfer sessions to engineering and operations teams

Network Design and Customer Implementations:
* Design, configure, and deploy customer network solutions utilizing Juniper routing, switching, security, and cloud-managed platforms
* Support implementation teams and customer deployments across enterprise and service provider environments
* Develop resilient WAN architectures leveraging Metro Ethernet, Internet, and LTE backup services
* Provide technical leadership during customer onboarding, migration, and troubleshooting activities
* Collaborate with AT&T engineering teams and customers to ensure successful solution deployment and operational readiness

Technical Documentation and Training:
* Produce clear, concise, and comprehensive technical documentation
* Create deployment guides, implementation standards, engineering procedures, and certification reports
* Present technical findings, recommendations, and deployment strategies to internal engineering teams and customers

REQUIREMENTS:
* Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills in complex network environments
* Ability to independently design, build, validate, and deploy networking solutions
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong customer-facing consulting and presentation abilities
* Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to engineering, operations, and customer audiences
* Experience working in cross-functional engineering and implementation teams
* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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