IP/MPLS Network Engineer
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Dallas, Texas

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Hybrid

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Contract

|Job ID 72250|Posted Oct 21, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our team as an IP/MPLS Network Engineer, where you'll be the go-to expert for designing and implementing wide area networks. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale projects and ensure the stability and security of our network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with project teams to develop comprehensive communication solutions.
  • Create detailed network design documents, scripts, and operational support materials.
  • Integrate WAN with data center support teams and manage IP routing and connectivity.
  • Coordinate firewall change requests and ensure secure communication protocols.
  • Support network operations and field technicians during change implementations.
  • Assess vulnerabilities and recommend solutions to enhance network security.
  • Provide technical support and data collection during cyber incidents.
  • Conduct on-site evaluations for new network infrastructure deployments.

Skills

  • Proficient understanding of MPLS, BGP, ISIS, L3VPNs, and traffic engineering.
  • Strong experience with Nokia 7750 and 7705 router platforms.
  • Ability to work with service providers for various connectivity solutions.
  • Familiarity with TCP/UDP protocols and firewall configurations.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with network industry devops tools and REST APIs.
  • Ability to analyze complex datasets for problem-solving.
  • Experience using workflow or issue-tracking tools like JIRA.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.