Engineer - transport - II

Job Title

Wireless Network Transport Engineer

This position will be 3 days minimum in the office. Targeted years of experience: 3-5 years. Wireless Network Transport Engineer that will focus on the configuration and documentation of Ethernet backhaul routers and switches for wireless fronthaul and backhaul, and relevant IP information to support the configuration of RAN equipment on those routers. Experience with Nokia routers is preferred.

Must have:

• Previous experience as a Transport or WAN network engineer
• Advanced knowledge of routing and switching hardware/software.
• Understanding of 5G Virtualized RAN deployments
• Strong IP Knowledge, subnetting, routing protocol, MPLS, includes CLI interface hands-on

Even better if you have:

• Any of these certifications: Nokia Certifications (NRS, SRA, MRP), CISCO Certifications (CCNA, CCIP, CCIE)
• Experience working with DWDM optical systems including Ciena 6500 and Fujitsu 9500
• Bachelors Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering or equivalent military experience
• Wireless voice and data service experience including: CDMA & LTE
• Transport test equipment experience including JDSU & EXPO spectrum analyzers and path analyzers (OTDR)
• Experience with Nokia products such as: IXR-E. 7705, 7750-SR1, 7750-A8, 7750-SR7, 7750 SR12
• Knowledge of Nokia router translations tools (e.g., Service Portal)
• Previous experience using Granite/XNG, CND, or other circuit/path inventory system

Work location is Medway MA or Wallingford CT

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.