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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Engineer - EPC / 5G Core - **Company:** Kforce Inc. - **Location:** Bellevue, WA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Complex Networks, Internet Protocol, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Office Suite, Performance Tuning, Software Deployment, Cisco, Network Optimization - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/cd90bc98-b534-454f-9cec-c2898909fa9a ## About the Role * Strong experience supporting EPC and/or 5G Core networks * Hands-on experience with software upgrades, deployments, and network testing * Experience troubleshooting mobile core network environments and call flows * Strong understanding of IP networking, routing, switching, and telecom infrastructure * Experience supporting production network implementations and change activities * Ability to create technical documentation and communicate effectively with engineering teams Preferred Experience: * Cisco EPC or Cisco Ultra Packet Core (UPC) * 5G Core deployments * Mobile carrier environments (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, etc.) * Telecom lab validation and production rollout experience * Network optimization and performance tuning * Wireless core network engineering backgrounds * Strong experience supporting EPC and/or 5G Core networks * Hands-on experience with software upgrades, deployments, and network testing * Experience troubleshooting mobile core network environments and call flows * Strong understanding of IP networking, routing, switching, and telecom infrastructure * Experience supporting production network implementations and change activities * Ability to create technical documentation and communicate effectively with engineering teams Preferred Experience: * Cisco EPC or Cisco Ultra Packet Core (UPC) * 5G Core deployments * Mobile carrier environments (T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T, etc.) * Telecom lab validation and production rollout experience * Network optimization and performance tuning * Wireless core network engineering backgrounds ## Description Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Network Engineer - EPC/5G Core in Bellevue, WA., We are seeking experienced Network Engineers to support the testing, deployment, upgrade, optimization, and troubleshooting of Cisco EPC and 5G Core network environments. This role will work closely with internal engineering teams and telecom operators to validate new software releases, support production deployments, troubleshoot network issues, and improve overall network performance., Lab Testing & Validation: * Install and upgrade EPC and 5G Core software in lab environments * Develop, execute, and document test plans * Validate new features and software releases * Analyze test results and provide recommendations * Support lab-to-production migration activities Deployment & Upgrade Activities: * Support production software deployments and upgrades * Participate in maintenance windows and production implementations * Review deployment and implementation plans * Assist with production cutovers and rollout activities * Support First Office Application (FOA) events and go-live activities Network Troubleshooting: * Troubleshoot EPC and 5G call flows * Investigate software, configuration, and network issues * Assist in incident resolution and service restoration efforts * Work with technical support teams to diagnose complex network problems * Support change-related troubleshooting during deployment activities Network Design & Optimization: * Review and optimize network architecture and designs * Provide recommendations for scalability, resiliency, and performance improvements * Evaluate impacts of network changes and enhancements * Support Day-2 operations and post-launch optimization efforts * Review security-related network impacts and recommend improvements ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [One Platform Could Not Fit Them All](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1919-one-platform-could-not-fit-them-all) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Unleash the power of 5G in your code: transform your apps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1567-unleash-the-power-of-5g-in-your-code-transform-your-apps) ## Related Articles - [Best Companies in the Netherlands: Top 25 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/193-best-companies-in-the-netherlands-top-25-companies-in-2023) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)