Network Engineer – Messaging Team Long-Term Contract (3 years) Frisco, TX (Hybrid/Onsite twice a week) _Shifts:_ F-Sun 7pm-7am Mon 7pm-11pm F-Sun 7pm-7am Tues 7pm-11pm F-Sun 7pm-7am Wed 7pm-11pm F-Sun 7am-7pm Wed 7am-11am Note: The first 1-2 months of training would be a standard Mon-Fri 8am-4pm twice a week Our Fortune 100 telecom client is hiring a Network Engineer to join their Engineering Business Support team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting our growing network infrastructure. Your primary objective will be to ensure network availability, stability, and security for our organization. Responsibilities Design and deploy functional networks (LAN, WLAN, WAN, etc.) Troubleshoot MMS, SMS, RCS, and other messaging protocols Configure and install various network devices and services (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPN, QoS) Perform network maintenance and system upgrades including service packs, patches, hotfixes, and security configurations Monitor performance and ensure system availability and reliability Monitor system resource utilization, trending, and capacity planning Work within established configuration and change management policies to ensure awareness, approval, and success of changes made to the network infrastructure Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the company’s security team Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution Document network topology, infrastructure, and operational procedures Participate in on-call rotation and provide 24x7 support when necessary Requirements 4-7 years of professional experience in a network engineer role. 3 years’ experience with Core networks is a must (LTE, 3G, 4G, and/or 5G) Experience with Messaging protocols (SMS, RCS, etc). Deep understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, SNMP) Strong troubleshooting skills with tools such as NetScout, Wireshark, RAN tools, CDR tools, and provisioning tools. Ability to use ticketing tools such as Service Now, OneConsole, and Axiom. Proven experience with OEMs such as Nokia, Ericsson, Mavenier, Cisco, JMA, Corning, Commscope, ADRF, Solid. Job Type: Full-time Pay: Up to $55.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Schedule: 12 hour shift Day shift Night shift Overnight shift Weekends as needed Weekends only Application Question(s): How many years of Wireless Core Network (LTE, 3G, 4G, and/or 5G) do you have? Which of the listed shifts are you open to? Ability to Commute: Frisco, TX 75034 (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Frisco, TX 75034