We are currently seeking a highly experienced Network Engineer to join our Network Operations Team in Santa Barbara, California. Please note that only candidates currently residing in the region or willing to relocate should apply. This is a full-time office-based position. The ideal candidate should possess extensive expertise in IP switching and routing and have a strong interest in expanding their knowledge in enterprise/provider-level IP/WAN engineering and internet security.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing and monitoring Impulse Central Offices, Data Centers, Points of Presence, and HQ infrastructure in accordance with service level agreements.
• Perform troubleshooting, diagnosis, and resolution of any network and voice application issues.
• Conduct router upgrades for customers in an organized manner.
• Adhere to facility security protocol and complete other maintenance duties.
• Act as a contact for escalated issues.
• Be available for on-call duty as required.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience managing complex enterprise and carrier-level IP/WAN networks.
• In-depth knowledge of Cisco/Juniper/Adtran routers and switches.
• Familiarity and expertise in LAN, WAN, Routers, Switches, and other network hardware.
• Skilled in IP routing and switching, including VLAN configuration, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and BGP.
• Understanding of Firewall technologies (Cisco ASA, Juniper SRX, or Fortigate).
• SASE/SD-WAN experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Network Automation tools such as Python, Ansible, and Napalm.
• Proficiency in L2VPN/L3VPN technologies (LDP/MPLS/EVPN/VXLAN, etc.)
• Thorough understanding of LAN technologies (802.1Q, QoS).
• Working knowledge of VOIP technologies.
• Possession of the CCNA certification is mandatory, and CCNP-CCIE is desired.

Compensation

$100,000 - $125,000 yearly

About Impulse

We are enabling businesses to operate more effectively in a digital world. To drive this we need talented people who are energized by change, ready for challenges, and want to make a difference. To help people work better you need to know them, their business, and how they create value. We place our highest value on meaningful relationships, knowing our customers, and putting our expertise to work for them.

Impulse's Core Values are to "Throw a great party for our customers every day!"

• Be Prepared - Prepare in advance and sweat the details.
• Know Your Guests - Learn about each of our guests and craft a unique experience.
• Have Fun - Enjoy what we do, who we get to do it with, and where we get to do it.
• Make Them Feel Good - Our guests will remember how we make them feel more than what we do for them.
• Adapt on the Fly - Minimize the impact of unexpected events; safeguard our guests' experience.