Network Engineer

***Locals & W2 Only***

Network Engineer

Basic Qualifications

MUST HAVE: Previous experience in a similar role or relevant educational background

·Understanding of Layer 1 networking principles and practices, including familiarity with *WDM, fiber connector types, and cabling specifications

·Familiarity with data center operations and equipment

·Proficiency in reading basic logs and descriptions

·Knowledge of MAC addresses and their functions

·Strong and proven problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness.

·Basic understanding of hardware guides and fiber rolling procedures

Preferred Qualifications / Nice to Have

·Certifications or coursework in network-related fields.· -Additional experience in inventory and asset management systems.

·Familiarity with specific hardware or networking technologies relevant to our infrastructure.

• Data Center Management: Contribute to the maintenance and upkeep of our data center facilities, including rack and stack operations, ensuring equipment is properly installed, organized, and functional.

Required Education: Equivalent work experience

Additional Information: This position is onsite in Burbank 5 days per week, no exception.

This person must have previous experience working in a data center and firm understanding of Layer 1 networking principles and practices, including familiarity with *WDM, fiber connector types, and cabling specifications

·Familiarity with data center operations and equipment is a nice to have

·Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Description:

From movie concept to film production, global film shoots to remote editorial artists. You will support the network that supports a studio whose content is legendary and transcends generations. As a Network Engineer (Physical Operations), you'll be an essential member of our team responsible for maintaining and supporting the foundational elements of our network infrastructure. Your role will involve hands-on tasks related to Layer 1 networking, data center operations, inventory management, and ensuring seamless connectivity across our network systems.

Responsibilities:

·Layer 1 Network Operations: Perform tasks related to Layer 1 networking, including configuring and maintaining physical connections, ensuring optimal cabling infrastructure, and addressing issues with connectivity at the foundational level.

organized, and functional.

·Hardware Plug-in and Configuration: Skillfully handle the installation, setup, and configuration of network devices, ensuring proper connectivity and functionality

·Console Access and Screen Sharing: Utilize console access to troubleshoot and configure devices; collaborate effectively by engaging in screen sharing sessions with fellow engineers to resolve issues efficiently.

·Transceiver Understanding and Optics Management: Possess a basic understanding of transceivers, optics length, and their relevance to network connectivity and performance

·Cabling Expertise: Ensure a comprehensive understanding of cabling standards and practices to maintain an efficient and organized network infrastructure.

·Interface Status and Log Analysis: Monitor interface status, interpret basic logs, and descriptions to identify and troubleshoot connectivity issues promptly.

·MAC Address Understanding: Familiarity with MAC addresses and their role in network communication and device identification

·Hardware Guides and Fiber Rolling: Apply knowledge from hardware guides for devices and have the capability to perform tasks related to rolling fiber as needed

·Inventory and Asset Management: Contribute to inventory and asset management processes, ensuring accuracy and availability of necessary equipment and components.

You are

·A strong problem solver. You take deep pride in your work and view each new problem as an opportunity for success; you approach challenges creatively, but methodically

·Comfortable with ambiguity. You face change with a cool head and persevere even if you do not have all the details; you are comfortable moving between projects and facing the uncertain because risk and change motivates you to evolve and innovate

·Technically astute. You rapidly learn new skills, grasping complicated technical information that often leaves others lost whether it is product, industry, or hard tech knowledge, you absorb it quickly and are ready for more

·A collaborator. Ready to engage with other engineers and cross-functional teams inside multiple Studios banners

Job ID: 385520

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be taken into account when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting is a reflection of a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k), with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.