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Network Engineer III (DOCSIS)

TEKsystems
$50.00 - $65.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Georgia, Atlanta
Feb 24, 2026
Network Engineer III - DOCSIS / iCMTS / PON (Denver, CO - Hybrid) Onsite 4 days per week - Candidates must meet all minimum technical requirements to be considered Position Overview A leading telecommunications company in Denver is seeking an IntermediateLevel Network Engineer (NEIII) to join their advanced lab team. This group is responsible for recreating and resolving complex field issues tied to one of the company's most critical revenuegenerating services. The ideal candidate is highly technical, thrives on deepdive problem solving, and has handson experience in largescale provider environments. Important: This role supports highly specialized technologies used in DOCSIS and PON/RPHY network environments. If your experience does not include all "Top Required Skills," you will not be considered for this position. Top Required Skills (Candidates must meet all) * DOCSIS - minimum 2-3 years of handson engineering experience * iCMTS experience using Harmonic or CommScope * PON experience, including OLTS platforms (Adtran / similar) * Harmonic ecosystem experience (CableOS, nodes, vCMTS, etc.) If you lack experience in any of these four areas, this role is not applicable to your background. Additional Required Technical Experience The ideal candidate should also have strong working knowledge of: * RPHY architectures * Cisco routers and switches * EPON technologies * Routing & switching fundamentals in providerscale networks * Troubleshooting advanced field and customerimpacting issues Role Responsibilities In this role, you will support the lab environment responsible for diagnosing, recreating, and resolving complex field issues: * Investigate issues impacting enterprise and provider networks * Reproduce field issues in a controlled lab environment * Partner with vendors to isolate and resolve defects * Break, test, and validate network equipment to identify root cause * Design, document, and improve network architecture * Evaluate current technologies to identify gaps and performance issues * Verify connectivity, access, and security parameters * Tune, test, and validate network and security devices * Program and configure routers, switches, and access systems * Manage network activities from planning through implementation Solid understanding of routing protocols, providergrade hardware/software, and largescale network infrastructure is essential. Employee Value Proposition This is one of the most visible engineering teams in the company. You will be working on highimpact issues that other groups cannot solve and gain experience with emerging access technologies used at massive scale. Work Environment * Hybrid schedule: Onsite in Denver 4 days per week * Work closely with engineers, lab teams, vendors, and leadership * Fastpaced, problemsolvingdriven environment Business Impact When field issues are not diagnosed and resolved quickly, customers experience service delays and revenue is impacted. Your work directly supports service reliability, customer satisfaction, and largescale network expansion initiatives. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Atlanta, GA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Atlanta,GA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.