Network Engineer

Job Title: Network Engineer Location: Seattle, WA Duration: 6+ Months- possible extension/conversion Salary and Other Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is between $35 .00/hr- $40 .00/hr . Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Excellent network experience with the rollout of large DWDM networks and Optical network technologies, and experience with optical planning and modeling tools. Expertise IP networking fundamentals and extensive experience in the application of IP protocols. In-depth knowledge of and experience with major internet routing protocols; specifically BGP and OSPF In-depth knowledge of and experience with major router platforms; specifically with Cisco 37xx, 49xx, 65xx, 73xx, 76xx platforms including all compatible supervisory and line cards for these platforms. Excellent network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting skills. Candidates should also have had significant past experience with, and expertise in many of the following protocols & technologies: DWDM, T1/OTN, IPv4 & IPv6, TCP (internals & flow control), BGP, OSPF, HSRP/GLBP, PIMv2, IGMP, LDP, TACACS, IPSEC & VPNs, netflow, DNS, HTTP. Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually - as applicable.