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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Network Design Engineer - **Company:** Northwest LLC - **Location:** Spokane Valley, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Link Aggregation (Ethernet), Access Control List, Access Network, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Border Gateway Protocol, Configuration Management, Complex Networks, System Configuration, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Software Debugging, Linux, Ethernet, IP Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Mesh Networking, Netconf, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Routing, Packet Analyzer, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Password Management, Remote Access Technology, Migration Manager, Service Design, Simple Network Management Protocols, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Model-Driven Development, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Git, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c8dc9cb4b11ddfb6 ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, telecommunications, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience. Typically 8 or more years of progressively responsible experience designing, implementing, and supporting service-provider or large-scale enterprise networks. * Advanced knowledge of IP/MPLS network architecture, design, and troubleshooting. * Advanced understanding of IP routing, including BGP and interior gateway protocols such as OSPF. * Strong understanding of MPLS services and concepts, including L2/L3 VPNs, VRFs, resiliency, and high-availability design. * Advanced understanding of Ethernet switching and Carrier Ethernet concepts, including VLANs, QinQ, link aggregation, and Layer 2 service design. * Experience designing and troubleshooting high-capacity WAN and backbone networks, including 10G, 100G, and higher-speed interfaces. * Working knowledge of DWDM and optical transport concepts and components, including wavelengths, optical budgets, amplification, ROADMs, and coherent optics. * Experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting QoS for WAN and service-provider networks. * Strong network troubleshooting skills, including the safe use of debug/trace tools, packet captures, logs, protocol analysis, and vendor diagnostic capabilities in production environments. * Knowledge of network security design and operations, including authentication/AAA, firewalls, remote access, access control lists, role and password management, and configuration management. * Ability to independently organize and prioritize work, manage changing priorities, and handle multiple complex technical assignments concurrently. * Strong written, verbal, organizational, and customer-facing communication skills. * Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences., * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or another applicable engineering discipline is strongly preferred. * Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, Professional Engineer (PE) licensure, or demonstrated eligibility and active progress toward professional engineering licensure is preferred. * Experience working in a multi-vendor service-provider or telecommunications network environment. * Hands-on experience with Nokia SR OS routing platforms, Juniper routing platforms, Cisco switching platforms, and ADVA/Adtran or comparable optical transport systems. * Experience with PON management and provisioning platforms such as Nokia Altiplano, and with LTE, microwave, or other wireless access and backhaul systems. * Experience with network automation, scripting, APIs, or data-driven network management. Familiarity with technologies such as Python, Git, Linux, NETCONF/RESTCONF, model-driven management, telemetry, and SNMP is desirable. * Experience leading technical projects or workstreams from concept development through implementation and operational handoff. * Experience developing technical presentations, solution documentation, and customer-facing network designs. Availability and Travel Requirements: * Primary job location: Washington State. Residency in WA, OR, or ID is required. * Frequent travel is required; the position should be based in a location with convenient access to air travel. * Participation in engineering escalation and on-call support for network outages is required. Physical Requirements: * Must be able to lift and carry up to 25+ pounds Working Conditions: * Work is normally performed in an office environment with long periods of computer work. * Ability to work effectively in a remote and collaborative Driving Requirements * Must maintain and possess a valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a satisfactory driving record. ## Description NoaNet is seeking a qualified Senior Network Design Engineer responsible for the design, implementation, expansion, and lifecycle support of carrier-grade IP/MPLS, Ethernet, PON, LTE/wireless, and optical networks. This position serves as a senior technical authority for network architecture, customer solutions, complex implementations, and escalated operational issues. The successful candidate will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Project Management, Sales, customers, and vendor partners from initial requirements through implementation and operational turnover., * Design and engineer carrier-grade core, distribution, and access network solutions using IP/MPLS, Ethernet, optical transport, PON, LTE, wireless, and associated backhaul technologies. * Develop high-level and low-level network designs, equipment selections, bills of material, implementation plans, migration plans, and Methods of Procedure (MOPs). * Lead network capacity planning and system-requirement definition, and provide technical leadership for equipment and vendor evaluation and selection. * Lead or support complex network implementations, upgrades, migrations, and service turn-ups from concept through operational acceptance. * Design, deploy, configure, administer, and support PON systems and services, including provisioning through Nokia Altiplano, as well as LTE, wireless, and associated backhaul systems. * Establish network design standards and provide senior-level review and approval of network designs, configurations, standards, and implementation plans developed by others. * Serve as a senior engineering escalation point for complex multi-vendor network and service issues, including the highest-severity business-impacting outages that reach Engineering. * Develop and maintain network standards, design documentation, diagrams, technical support documentation, and operational handoff materials. * Partner with Project Management to identify technical dependencies, risks, resource needs, and implementation sequencing for assigned projects. * Lead customer professional-services engagements, including requirements gathering, network assessments, architecture and detailed design, equipment and vendor evaluation, implementation and migration planning, deployment and turn-up support, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation. * Partner with Sales and Account Management to provide technical sales support, define solution scope and equipment requirements, and present technical solutions to customers and prospective customers. * Architect new services and potential fiber routes, and participate in the research, evaluation, and development of network technologies and equipment platforms. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineering and operations personnel as appropriate. ## 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) - [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) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [7 Most Popular Web Developer Jobs in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/163-7-most-popular-web-developer-jobs-in-europe) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)