Network Engineer IV

TL;DR

Network Engineer IV (IP/MPLS): Designing, implementing, and supporting high-availability network infrastructure with an accent on availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security. Focus on troubleshooting and monitoring, defining KPIs and operational documentation, and providing technical leadership and mentoring for complex telecommunications projects.

Location: 1001 Northway Drive, Anchorage, AK, 99508, US

Company

hirify.global delivers communication and technology services across Alaska and remote communities in North America.

What you will do

• Ensure integrity of high-availability network infrastructure and maintain maximum performance through design, implementation, and support.
• Apply network engineering concepts (availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, security) and drive continuous improvement of network and systems facilities.
• Use network monitoring tools to troubleshoot network/system outages, schedule updates, and collaborate on optimization.
• Provide remote site support for off-site personnel and customers; coordinate escalations and maintain detailed operational reports and documentation.
• Define KPIs for operational management and create/update network diagrams, training, and support materials.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians; act as subject matter expert and provide technical leadership for major complex projects.

Requirements

• Advanced level role requiring 10+ years of progressive IT engineering experience in telecommunications design and implementation, including complex project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technologies, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant field.
• Expert understanding of high availability, redundancy, reliability, testing, security, and standards; ability to make independent technical decisions.
• Experience integrating technologies across multiple computing platforms and providing final design specifications for seamless operational integration.
• Ability to lead complex projects, manage budgets and timelines, and provide technical direction and mentoring.
• Must comply with remote work policies and agreements for virtual workers; may require occasional travel with access to reliable transportation.

Culture & Benefits

• 24/7 operational environment supporting critical services to Alaskans, with potential after-hours emergency contact requirements.
• Work primarily sedentary with daily computer usage; ability to work shifts as assigned.
• Equal opportunity employer with a focus on service excellence and collaboration.
• Opportunities to maintain and expand professional skills through education and technical organizations.

Hiring process

• Review of qualifications and experience for advanced telecommunications network engineering responsibilities.
• Interviews to assess technical decision-making, architecture/design experience, and ability to mentor and lead complex projects.