Job Title: Network Engineer
Job ID: 151610
Duration: 06+ Months(W2 Only)
Location: Remote Role


Job Description:
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer with strong experience in network configuration, Ansible playbooks, and the ability to troubleshoot network issues effectively. The ideal candidate should also have excellent documentation skills.

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Must-Have Skills

• Strong network engineering expertise across Cisco, Arista, and Juniper switches (configuration, validation, troubleshooting).
• Hands-on experience with core fabric networking in large-scale service provider or enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with NetBox or other inventory management systems.
• Previous Telecom industry experience highly preferred.
• Exposure to Ansible automation and ability to work with playbook-driven provisioning.
• Knowledge of network validation processes (pre/post checks, compliance, regression testing).
• Strong troubleshooting skills with routing, switching, VLANs, VXLANs, BGP, OSPF, and related protocols.
• Ability to collaborate with automation teams and translate operational requirements into automation workflows.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

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Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with DC Track or other DCIM tools.
• Familiarity with Python scripting or the ability to read/debug automation outputs.
• Exposure to automation frameworks and CI/CD concepts.
• Prior experience with service providers, cable operators, or data center environments.

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Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Validate and test network configurations generated by automation frameworks.
• Provide operational expertise on Cisco, Arista, and Juniper switches within Comcast's core fabric.
• Map existing device states and configurations to NetBox inventory for accuracy and reconciliation.
• Assist with provisioning workflows and ensure successful end-to-end integration.
• Support the development and validation of Ansible playbooks and automation outputs.
• Troubleshoot issues across multi-vendor environments, ensuring reliability and compliance.
• Collaborate with the Automation Engineer to scale automation across the network.