Junior Network Engineer

Merge IT
Los Angeles, United States of America
11 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary to permanent
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Junior
Compensation
$ 64K

Job location

Los Angeles, United States of America

Tech stack

Issue Tracking Systems
Network Troubleshooting
Motion Planning
Networking Basics
Connectivity Problems
Routing & Switching
Cisco networks
ServiceNow

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Network Engineer to provide hands-on technical support with a strong focus on network-related troubleshooting, configuration, and deployment. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to engage with subject matter experts (SMEs) and offshore teams, and the discipline to complete tasks within assigned shift hours while maintaining clear communication with customers., · Provide support for end users, with emphasis on network-related issues.

· Participate in and follow network troubleshooting discussions, escalating when necessary.

· Engage with SMEs, offshore resources, and team members to resolve complex technical problems.

· Manage ServiceNow tickets, ensuring timely updates and resolution according to SLA.

· Communicate effectively with customers through email and status reports.

· Support deployment, configuration, and maintenance of desktop systems and network-connected devices.

· Maintain focus on team-wide issues and contribute to knowledge sharing.

· Participate in an on-call rotation every other weekend to provide after-hours support.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Ticketing system technical support?, · Minimum 3+ years of networking experience, preferably in a Cisco environment.

· Strong understanding of Cisco Routing and Switching (CCNA preferred).

· Hands-on experience with ServiceNow, Slack, or similar ITSM ticketing platforms.

· Familiar with Slack channel monitoring.

· Familiarity with desktop support processes, including troubleshooting hardware, software, and network connectivity issues.

· Ability to interpret and apply basic network design principles across access, distribution, and core layers.

Professional Accreditations (preferred):

· Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) - Routing & Switching.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

· Strong communication, technical, and interpersonal skills for customer-facing support.

· Troubleshooting L1/L2 IT issues (hardware, software, networking basics)

· ServiceNow ticket management and documentation

· Slack-based support and real-time issue triage

· Experience with fiber path planning, cabling, and rack-mounted hardware installation.

· Proficiency with Cisco CLI commands.

Benefits & conditions

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Pay: $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

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