About the Role
We are seeking an entry to mid-level IP Network Site Reliability Engineer (SRE I) to join our IP Engineering team. This role is designed for early-career professionals with a foundation in network administration who are eager to build expertise in network reliability engineering. As a Level 1 IP Network SRE, you will support the monitoring, operation and stability of core IP transport systems. You will work with senior network engineers to automate repetitive tasks, respond to incidents, and scale and secure large, carrier-grade IP networks.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the health and performance of IP transport networks (core, edge, and aggregation).
- Support day-to-day operations, including configuration changes, upgrades, and routine maintenance.
- Navigate and assist with troubleshooting incidents related to routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS), MPLS, and VPN services.
- Execute runbooks and follow standard operating procedures for incident response and escalation.
- Develop basic automation scripts (Python, Bash) to reduce manual network tasks.
- Collect and analyze metrics, logs, and alarms from monitoring systems.
- Participate in an on-call rotation with guidance and mentorship.
- Document troubleshooting steps, network changes, and lessons learned.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Systems, Security, and other Operations Teams) to deliver reliable network services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Media Technology, engineering or equivalent practical experience
- Preferred 1-2 years of experience in network administration, operations, engineering, or SRE-related work
- Internship or project-based experience with routing and switching is a plus
- Understanding of IP networking fundamentals: TCP/IP, subnetting, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs
- Familiarity with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS) and MPLS concepts
- Hands-on exposure to carrier-grade platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, or Arista) is desirable
- Scripting experience (Python, Bash, or PowerShell) for automation tasks is desirable
- Exposure to monitoring/observability tools (SNMP, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk, etc.)
- Awareness of cloud networking concepts (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
- Do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.
Skills
- BGP
- OSPF
- EIGRP
- IS-IS
- MPLS
- VPN
- Python
- Bash
- PowerShell
- SNMP
- Prometheus
- Grafana
- ELK
- Splunk
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
Location
- posted location
Work Type
- full-time
Experience Level
- entry to mid-level
- 1-2 years
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Media Technology, engineering or equivalent practical experience
Salary/Compensations
- $66,830.00 - $109,793.00 / year
About the Company
- We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity.
- Connectivity is now longer a luxury, but a necessity.
- A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected.
- Our successes, now and in the future, are powered by our amazing product, a commitment to our people and culture, and the connections we make in our communities.
- At Optimum, every action and interaction we take part in, is driven by our three Guiding Principles: Do What’s Right, Drive One Optimum, and Make It Happen.
- These aren’t just words, they help us build trust, create real community, and embrace new ways of thinking.
- Our employees are empowered to do the right thing for our customers and co-workers and to recognize and reward these behaviors when we see them.
- It’s all part of the bigger picture of “Be The Difference” where each employee knows they have the power to enact real change, share new ideas, and understand that learning never stop.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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