Network Engineer II

W2 Only
Position Title: Network Engineer
Start Date: May 5, 2025
Length of Contract: 6 months through EOY
Location: US - CA - Fremont
Is this role remote?: On-site

Job Description:
Role Mandate:

• The main function of a network engineer is to determine user requirements and design specifications for computer networks.
• A typical network engineer is responsible for planning and implementing network upgrades.
• The candidate will be responsible for provisioning some data center network equipment.

Candidate Value Proposition:

• The ideal candidate will be able to understand and execute python scripts and have network engineering device background.
• There are playbooks, runbooks, wikis, and documentations to support the individual to be successful in their role, while working alongside an engineer.
• This is a great opportunity to land in the middle of network engineering.

Role Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands
• Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs
• Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs or upgrades
• Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems
• Determine specific network hardware or software requirements such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas
• Develop and implement solutions for network problems

Performance Measurement:

• Performance will be measured on execution of assigned tasks.

Must-Have Skills:

• 2 plus years of Network Engineering, Linux/Unix, and Python experience
• Basic knowledge of computer hardware as it relates to data storage
• Knowledge of computer software, such as configuration management software, desktop communications software, operating system software and internet directory services software

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Data center engineering knowledge
• Former Client experience

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Customer service and interpersonal skills
• Basic ability to work independently
• Strong time management skills
• Team player
• Punctual

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field required.

Red Flags / Disqualifiers:

• Poor communication skills
• Unable to pay attention to detail - this is a repetitive job

Pay Range: $60 - $70/hr W2 (Negotiable)

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The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work.

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