Network Engineer III

DataField Technology Services

Senior Network Engineer at DataField focusing on design and implementation of network solutions. Collaborating with operations and project management teams to enhance high-availability networking.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $40 - $60 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SwitchingTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintenance Window work and shift work is REQUIRED in this role.
Participate in network planning, architecture design, and engineering initiatives
Design and implement DWDM, optical transport, routing, switching, and Ethernet network solutions
Develop and execute approved Methods of Procedure (MOPs) for network changes and deployments
Troubleshoot complex network issues involving TCP/IP, optical transport, routing, and switching technologies
Evaluate new hardware, software, and network technologies for operational and strategic use
Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, standards, and implementation guides
Provide Tier III / escalation support to operations teams and third-party vendors
Lead or contribute to multiple concurrent network projects while managing timelines and priorities
Collaborate across engineering, operations, and project management teams to deliver reliable network solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of professional network engineering experience
Strong understanding of the OSI model, TCP/IP, routing, switching, and Ethernet technologies
Experience with optical transport networks and carrier-grade infrastructure
Ability to design and support complex network topologies and configurations
Experience using ticketing systems, monitoring platforms, and network management tools
Proficiency with network documentation tools such as Microsoft Visio
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, related field, or equivalent practical experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Network DesignDWDM ImplementationRouting TechnologiesSwitching TechnologiesEthernet SolutionsTroubleshooting TCP/IPNetwork TopologiesMethods of Procedure (MOPs)Technical DocumentationNetwork Management

Soft Skills

CollaborationProject ManagementTime Management