Job ID: JOB_ID_8952
Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior System Engineer with deep expertise in network protocols across OSI Layers 2, 3, and 4. This role requires strong analytical and requirements engineering capabilities, focusing on designing, analyzing, and documenting system-level requirements for complex network and telecommunications solutions aligned with TMF (TeleManagement Forum) standards. The position is onsite from day one in Middletown, NJ, and requires local candidates or those with valid H1, H4, or USC visas.
Key Responsibilities:
- System Design & Analysis: Analyze, design, and integrate network solutions spanning Layer 2 (Ethernet, VLANs, STP, LLDP), Layer 3 (IP routing, OSPF, BGP, MPLS), and Layer 4 (TCP/UDP, load balancing, session management).
- Requirements Engineering: Elicit, document, and manage system and functional requirements using structured methodologies (e.g., IEEE 830, EARS notation, or equivalent).
- TMF Standards Compliance: Ensure system designs and interfaces conform to TMF frameworks including TMF Open APIs, SID (Shared Information/Data Model), eTOM (Business Process Framework), and TAM (Telecom Application Map).
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with product owners, architects, development teams, and external vendors to translate business needs into clear, testable technical requirements.
- Gap Analysis & Impact Assessment: Perform gap analysis between current systems and target architectures; assess the impact of proposed changes on existing network infrastructure.
- Documentation: Produce high-quality requirements specifications, system design documents, interface control documents (ICDs), and traceability matrices.
- Validation & Verification: Support test planning and acceptance criteria definition to ensure delivered solutions meet documented requirements.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and tooling in alignment with industry best practices and TMF guidelines.
Required Experience and Skills:
- 5+ years of experience in a Systems Engineering or Network Engineering role within telecommunications or enterprise networking environments.
- Proven Layer 2/3/4 expertise, including hands-on experience with:
- Layer 2: Ethernet switching, VLANs, spanning tree protocols, MAC addressing, ARP, QinQ
- Layer 3: IP routing (static & dynamic), OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, MPLS, VRF, multicast
- Layer 4: TCP/UDP fundamentals, NAT, firewalling concepts, load balancing, session persistence
- Prior experience writing technical requirements, including functional, non-functional, interface, and system-level requirements with full traceability.
- Familiarity with TMF standards and frameworks, including but not limited to: TMF Open APIs (TMF620, TMF641, TMF645, etc.), SID (Shared Information/Data Model), eTOM (Enhanced Telecom Operations Map), ODA (Open Digital Architecture).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to decompose complex systems into well-defined components and requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Jira, Confluence, or equivalent).
- Understanding of network protocols analysis tools (Wireshark, tcpdump, etc.).
- Familiarity with Agile and/or V-Model development lifecycles.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Location and Visa Requirements:
- Middletown, NJ (Onsite from Day 1).
- Candidates must be local or possess valid H1, H4, or USC visas.
Special Requirements
Visa Sponsorship: H1, H4, USC. Location: Middletown, NJ (Onsite from Day 1). Requires local candidates.
Compensation & Location
Salary: $60 – $85 per year (Estimated)
Location: Middletown, NJ
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: ITBrainiac Inc.
Email: athri@itbtalent.com
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