Network Engineer (IP)

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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Network Engineer (IP) - Saudi National to join our team! In this role you will get to support the development, design, implementation, and operation of city-wide IP network infrastructure aligned with the project masterplan. Working within an integrated client PMC environment, you will provide technical expertise across IP/MPLS networks, routing, switching, network security, and high-availability infrastructure to support reliable and resilient digital connectivity across major programs.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the design and delivery of city-wide IP network architecture, including backbone, metro, and access networks.
• Ensure compliance with routing, switching, security standards, and project technical requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input related to scalability, resiliency, availability, and latency requirements.
• Review and provide engineering input on IP/MPLS/SRv6 network designs across core, aggregation, and access layers.
• Configure and review routing protocols including OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, QoS policies, and multicast configurations.
• Support integration of IP networks with transport and access technologies, including DWDM/ROADM, GPON/XGS-PON, wireless backhaul, and fiber infrastructure.
• Review District CMP/DMP submissions to verify constructability, compliance with project guidelines, and adherence to network standards.
• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot incidents, and perform root cause analysis for network-related issues.
• Support network change management activities, including configuration changes, patching, upgrades, and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate with design, telecom, cybersecurity, DCIM, and infrastructure teams to align IP network requirements with fiber and data center infrastructure.
• Support commissioning activities, including FAT, SAT, and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) for IP network systems.
• Provide technical clarifications and engineering support during construction, implementation, and vendor deployment activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards including IEC, IEEE, IETF RFCs, ISO 27001, NIST, and project security frameworks.
• Validate network segmentation, redundancy architectures, failover mechanisms, and high-availability requirements including N+1 and 2N designs.
• Coordinate with vendors for hardware and software delivery, configuration validation, and technical issue resolution.
• Liaise with Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and upstream providers for network interconnection and peering activities.
• Define and support network monitoring requirements, including SNMP, NetFlow, telemetry feeds, dashboards, and NOC/SOC integration.
• Develop and maintain network documentation, including configurations, topology diagrams, as-built records, and operational manuals.
• Support knowledge transfer and provide training to Operations & Maintenance teams on troubleshooting, escalation procedures, and network tools.
• Collaborate with planning, design, construction, operations, and cybersecurity teams to ensure successful network delivery.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in IP networking, resilience, and proactive monitoring.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance network performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in ICT, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in IP network design, implementation, and operations.

• Experience supporting telecom, data center, smart city, campus, ISP, metro, or critical infrastructure network environments.

• Strong technical knowledge of:

• IP/MPLS and SRv6

• Routing and switching technologies

• OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS protocols

• QoS and multicast configurations

• Network segmentation and security controls

• High-availability network architectures

• N+1 and 2N redundancy models

• Experience reviewing network architecture, design documents, technical submissions, and vendor proposals.

• Experience supporting network testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational readiness activities.

• Knowledge of transport and access network integration, including:

• DWDM/ROADM

• GPON/XGS-PON

• Wireless backhaul

• Fiber networks

• Data center connectivity

• NOC/SOC platforms

• Operator interconnections

• Experience performing root cause analysis and resolving complex network incidents.

• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements for enterprise and critical infrastructure networks.

• Experience supporting configuration management, patching, upgrades, and change control processes.

• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Professional networking certifications such as:

• Cisco CCNP/CCIE

• Juniper JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE

• Equivalent networking certifications

• Experience delivering large-scale smart city, telecom, or digital infrastructure programs.

• Experience working with major network vendors and technologies.

• Knowledge of software-defined networking (SDN), network automation, and intent-based networking.

• Experience with network monitoring and analytics platforms.

• Familiarity with cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure environments.

• Experience supporting NOC/SOC operations and network security monitoring.

• Knowledge of international networking standards and best practices.

• Experience coordinating with MNOs, ISPs, and technology service providers.

• Strong stakeholder management, technical leadership, and mentoring capabilities.

• Ability to identify network risks and recommend resilient, scalable solutions.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in ICT, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in IP network design, implementation, and operations.

• Experience supporting telecom, data center, smart city, campus, ISP, metro, or critical infrastructure network environments.

• Strong technical knowledge of:

• IP/MPLS and SRv6

• Routing and switching technologies

• OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS protocols

• QoS and multicast configurations

• Network segmentation and security controls

• High-availability network architectures

• N+1 and 2N redundancy models

• Experience reviewing network architecture, design documents, technical submissions, and vendor proposals.

• Experience supporting network testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational readiness activities.

• Knowledge of transport and access network integration, including:

• DWDM/ROADM

• GPON/XGS-PON

• Wireless backhaul

• Fiber networks

• Data center connectivity

• NOC/SOC platforms

• Operator interconnections

• Experience performing root cause analysis and resolving complex network incidents.

• Understanding of cybersecurity requirements for enterprise and critical infrastructure networks.

• Experience supporting configuration management, patching, upgrades, and change control processes.

• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Professional networking certifications such as:

• Cisco CCNP/CCIE

• Juniper JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE

• Equivalent networking certifications

• Experience delivering large-scale smart city, telecom, or digital infrastructure programs.

• Experience working with major network vendors and technologies.

• Knowledge of software-defined networking (SDN), network automation, and intent-based networking.

• Experience with network monitoring and analytics platforms.

• Familiarity with cloud networking and hybrid infrastructure environments.

• Experience supporting NOC/SOC operations and network security monitoring.

• Knowledge of international networking standards and best practices.

• Experience coordinating with MNOs, ISPs, and technology service providers.

• Strong stakeholder management, technical leadership, and mentoring capabilities.

• Ability to identify network risks and recommend resilient, scalable solutions.

• Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.