Commissioning Network Engineer II

Google Fiber

. Lead end-to-end commissioning, provisioning, and integration of core routers, switches, firewalls, optical transport gear, and edge devices across data center, campus, and ISP environments .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,800 - $140,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in network engineering and deployment, with a strong focus on Layer 2/3 routing, switching, and security protocols. Proficient in commissioning and integrating network devices while providing technical guidance and support to field technicians.

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Network EngineeringBGP (iBGP/eBGP), OSPF, IS-IS, MPLSJuniper (Junos), Nokia (SR-OS/OLT), Siklu, Ruckus SwitchesNetwork Testing Tools (IXIA, Spirent, EXFO)Scripting (Ansible, YAML)

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Hard Skills

Layer 2/3 RoutingSwitchingSecurity ProtocolsCommissioningIntegration

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceTraining

Tools & Technologies

Optical Power MetersOTDR TestingSFP+/QSFP28 Transceiver Diagnostics

Industry Keywords

Data CenterISPNetwork ArchitectureDeploymentField Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleFirewallsSwitching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end commissioning, provisioning, and integration of core routers, switches, firewalls, optical transport gear, and edge devices across data center, campus, and ISP environments
Execute pre-flight and post-flight testing, including failover testing and optical light-level verification
Validate that hardware and topology match baseline architectural designs
Serve as the final L3 escalation point during deployment windows
Diagnose and resolve complex Layer 2/3 routing, switching, and security protocol issues
Provide technical guidance and training to L1/L2 field technicians and contractors on physical fiber standards, console pinouts, and turn-up procedures
Conduct high-level acceptance testing and resolve critical configuration and routing issues before production go-live
Work with deployment teams, network architects, and field engineers to integrate new sites, data centers, and core network nodes with zero downtime

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience
5 years of hands-on experience in network engineering, deployment, or L3 support within an ISP, data center, or large enterprise environment
Experience with BGP (iBGP/eBGP), OSPF, IS-IS and MPLS (L2VPN, L3VPN, VRFs)
Experience with VXLAN, EVPN, STP/RSTP, LACP, VPC, and VLAN tagging strategies
Direct experience configuring and commissioning Juniper (Junos), Nokia (SR-OS/OLT), Siklu and Ruckus Switches
Proficiency with network testing tools such as IXIA, Spirent, and EXFO
Proficiency with scripting languages/tools including Ansible and YAML
Knowledge of optical power meters, OTDR testing, SMF/MMF fiber types, SFP+/QSFP28 transceiver diagnostics, and serial console pinout mapping
Role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus of 15% of base salary
Equal opportunity employment
Accessible, inclusive workplace
Applicant accommodation support