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# Service Provider Network Engineer

- **Company:** Emergent Technologies Inc.
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Continuous Integration, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Interoperability, Multi-protocol Systems, Junos, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Oracle (Applications), IP Peering, Ansible, HybridCloud, Juniper, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** August 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-Service-Provider-Network-Engineer-Emergent-Technologies-Inc-945967728819442/

## About the Role

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field (preferred)
Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in network engineering
Advanced understanding and hands-on experience with:
MPLS/BGP transport networks
Routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, ISIS
Core and edge Service Provider technologies
Modern Service Provider architectures and interconnectivity
Ability to lead projects independently and support cross-domain integration
Strong documentation and communication skills
Must be a self-starter capable of mentoring and leading a technical team
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in Service Provider environments or with Intelligence Community networks
Familiarity with hybrid cloud networking (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle)
Hands-on knowledge of network automation tools (Cisco NSO, Ansible, Python)
Experience with test automation and Continuous Integration workflows
Deep understanding of systems engineering and modern network design principles

## Description

Design and implement Service Provider transport networks supporting a large enterprise infrastructure
Lead network architecture design efforts for MPLS and BGP-based solutions
Serve as a technical SME, guiding junior engineers and coordinating with cross-functional teams
Translate customer requirements into scalable enterprise and Service Provider network solutions
Design and negotiate IP peering agreements and ensure interoperability between different Service Providers
Perform Tier 4-level support, including complex upgrades and routine maintenance
Configure and manage routers and switches running IOS-XE, IOS-XR, and JUNOS
Work across multi-vendor environments, primarily Cisco and Juniper


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