eStream is a provider of broadband network infrastructure and connectivity solutions. We are dedicated to providing various services for commercial and public enterprises regardless of their size using Fiber, Satellite Technology, and Radio Communication systems.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: IP / Core Network Specialist
Location: Lagos
Job Purpose
The IP Networks Specialist is responsible for designing and optimizing the Core IP network which supports various connectivity solutions such as internet, L2/L3VPN, IP Telephony, Data Center Managed & Hosted services, IPTV and VoIP.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with other departments to develop the corporate objectives.
Provide technological innovation to improve core network processes and network support for new products.
Develop overall Core network project planning, delivery, and update of the project implementation milestone.
Regularly review of core and distribution network design with a view to optimize the network.
Responsible for configuring core and edge routers for design implementation as well as BTS integration
Responsible for maintaining BGP peering with Upstream providers and downstream clients
Provide high-level network performance report to the Management and recommend on areas of improvement.
Manage the public IPv4 and IPv6 resources on AFRINIC and Peering DB.
Provide technical solutions to network issues escalated beyond the 2nd level Support and Network Operations expertise
Provide IP address planning and management of IP address database for the entire core, distribution and access network
Responsible for the core and distribution network bandwidth capacity
Responsible for maintaining bandwidth policies on the PE devices.
Attend network project & departmental meetings.
Provide inputs to the departmental annual budget.
Education, Qualification & Work Experience
Qualifications & Competencies:
Bachelor's Degree / HND in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Electrical Electronics Engineering or related field.
Network experience in an ISP environment or a Systems Integration company with specialization in enterprise and service provider routing and switching solutions
Minimum of 5 years work experience in a relevant role.
At least 3 years practical experience in managing and implementing network solutions using OSPF, ISIS and BGP routing protocols
At least 3 years experience in deploying MPLS L2VPN and L3VPN solutions for clients
Relationship & People Management.
Certifications:
CCNP Routing & Switching/Service Provider Core.
Affiliation with relevant professional bodies Cisco.
Skills:
Cisco Routing, & Switching
Core Network Planning and Implementation
Good communication skills
Project Management skills
People Management Skills (Employees, Team, Vendors and Customers)
Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Good organizational and time management skills
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio, Project, and Outlook.
Ability to analyses and interpret detailed technical solution and implement into network planning document.
Ability and willingness to work long hours and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to manage various network protection schemes namely MESH and RING etc.
Good understanding of SDH, Carrier Ethernet Technology, quality of service and network management concepts is necessary.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.