Job Title: Senior Nortel Engineer
Location: Fully Remote with an option to work onsite if desired – (remote from Ireland only – occasional visit onsite when required)
Position Type: Full-Time daily Rate Contract
Contract length: 12 months (Multiple extensions likely)
Working hours: 9AM - 5PM with option to take a 3 or a 5 day per week contract
About the Role:
Our client, an established communications solutions provider specializing in telephone PBX solutions for multinational companies, is seeking an experienced Nortel Engineer to join their team on a full-time contract basis. This fully remote role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team while supporting and maintaining legacy Nortel infrastructure for multiple clients across a variety of domains. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Nortel hardware and software systems, with hands-on experience in troubleshooting, configuring, and maintaining Nortel Networks infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Manage, configure, and troubleshoot Nortel Networks infrastructure, including switches, routers, and other network equipment.
2. Diagnose and resolve complex network issues within Nortel systems, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining network stability.
3. Provide remote support for network configurations, upgrades, and migrations.
4. Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless network operations.
5. Create and maintain detailed documentation for network configurations, changes, and troubleshooting procedures.
6. Perform regular system performance assessments, identifying opportunities for optimization and upgrades within the legacy Nortel environment.
7. Implement best practices for network security, reliability, and efficiency.
8. Assist in network transition projects, including any potential migrations from Nortel to newer infrastructure.
9. Respond to network incidents and outages, providing expertise and rapid solutions to restore services.
Requirements:
1. 3+ years of experience working specifically with Nortel Networks equipment and systems.
2. Experience in network engineering, with a strong understanding of Nortel hardware (such as Passport, BayStack, and BCM series).
3. Experience working with Nortel Option 61/81/CS1000 systems.
4. Proficiency in network troubleshooting, with hands-on expertise in resolving Nortel-specific issues.
5. Strong understanding of network protocols, such as TCP/IP, OSPF, EIGRP, and VLAN configurations.
6. Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with remote teams and provide clear technical guidance.
7. Ability to work independently, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
8. Familiarity with VoIP systems and Nortel’s communication solutions is a plus.
Nice to have:
1. Certifications in networking, particularly Nortel Networks Certified Design Specialist (NNCDS) or Nortel Networks Certified Support Specialist (NNCSS) are a plus.
2. Experience working with Microsoft or Avaya systems.
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