Job Description

Network Software Engineer (2 Openings)
Location: Remote (U.S.)
Type: Contract-to-Hire (4 months)


These positions are approximately 70% networking-focused and 30% software development-focused. Candidates must have hands-on networking experience combined with enough coding proficiency to successfully complete a technical coding assessment. Looking for engineers who can bridge the gap between traditional network engineering and software development through automation, scripting, APIs, and infrastructure tooling.


While both openings share the same core responsibilities and qualifications, each role has a different area of specialization:


1st Opening Focus: The ideal candidate will have expert-level experience in IP networking, with a strong background supporting enterprise LAN/WAN environments, Cisco networking technologies, routing and switching, and Software Defined Networking (SDN) solutions.
2nd Opening Focus: The ideal candidate will have expert-level experience in cellular, IoT, and radio frequency technologies, with a strong background supporting wireless networking solutions including LTE/5G, Wi-Fi, IP-based microwave technologies, CBRS, DAS, and wireless backhaul environments.


Core Responsibilities
Design, implement, and support complex enterprise networking solutions.
Develop automation tools, scripts, and software solutions to improve network operations and efficiency.
Build integrations utilizing APIs and modern automation frameworks.
Partner with infrastructure, software engineering, and operations teams to deliver scalable solutions.
Define and maintain networking standards, best practices, and technical documentation.
Troubleshoot complex network issues across routing, switching, security, wireless, and application connectivity.
Provide Tier III engineering support for critical infrastructure incidents.
Participate in architecture reviews, technology evaluations, and long-term strategic initiatives.
Support network provisioning, configuration management, monitoring, and operational automation efforts.


Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in Network Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, or related technical disciplines.
Strong expertise in enterprise networking concepts and technologies.
Experience supporting large-scale production network environments.
Demonstrated software development, scripting, or automation experience.
Strong programming skills in one or more of the following:
o Python
o Go
o Java
o C#
o Similar object-oriented or scripting languages
Experience working with APIs, automation tools, or infrastructure orchestration solutions.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to successfully complete a technical coding assessment.


Specialized Experience
Opening #1 - Enterprise IP Networking (LAN/WAN/SD-WAN)
Candidates should have experience with:
Enterprise LAN/WAN environments
SD-WAN technologies
Routing and switching
BGP, OSPF, MPLS
Cisco networking platforms
Network security best practices
Software Defined Networking (SDN)
Enterprise network architecture and design
Opening #2 - Cellular, RF & Wireless Networking
Candidates should have experience with:
Cellular technologies (LTE/5G)
RF networking
Wireless backhaul technologies
IoT connectivity solutions
Wi-Fi technologies
Carrier APNs
IP-based microwave solutions
CBRS and DAS environments
Wireless network architecture and performance optimization


Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
Experience developing network automation and orchestration solutions.
Familiarity with cloud networking environments.
Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting tools such as Wireshark.
Experience working within large enterprise environments supporting mission-critical infrastructure.




Ideal Candidate
The strongest candidates will come from a networking-first background and possess the coding skills necessary to automate network operations, develop tooling, and successfully complete a technical assessment. Prioritizing engineers with deep networking expertise who can also demonstrate practical software development and automation capabilities.

Job Tags

Contract work, Remote work

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