Core Network Engineer - WNTD

Job Specifications

Job Title: Core Network Engineer - Telco/Service Provider
Contract: 6-Month Contract (Inside IR35)
Day Rate: £400 - £430 per day
Location: Hybrid (London - 1 day per week)
Note: Weekend work required every Saturday, with occasional Sundays (time off in lieu during the week).
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled Core Network Engineer with strong experience in telecommunications and service provider networks to support a large-scale MPLS L2/L3 VPN migration project. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of MPLS networks in a complex service provider environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support MPLS L2/L3 VPN migrations, ensuring minimal downtime and service disruption.
Implement, configure, and optimise MPLS network infrastructure within a service provider environment.
Troubleshoot complex routing and switching issues to maintain network stability and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute migration plans, including testing, validation, and deployment.
Produce and maintain detailed documentation of network designs, configurations, and operational procedures.
Ensure compliance with industry best practices and security standards.
Key Skills & Experience Required
Proven experience in core network engineering within a telecommunications/service provider environment.
Strong expertise in MPLS networking, including L2/L3 VPNs and traffic engineering.
In-depth knowledge of BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and other service provider routing protocols.
Hands-on experience with network migrations, including planning, implementation, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with QoS, network automation (Python, Ansible), and SDN/NFV concepts is a plus.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

About the Company

At WNTD, we specialise in delivering expert people-based services for data centre and GPUaaS environments, designing and building high-performing sales and technical teams. Our focus is on supporting businesses in technology infrastructure to transform and grow through cutting-edge digital solutions. Since our inception, WNTD has amassed extensive experience in providing data centre talent and rapid deployment of project resources for companies facing ongoing hiring challenges. We understand the complexities of these indust... Know more