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3B Staffing LLC

Core Network Engineer

Murphy, TX · On-site

Core Network Engineer - Nokia Location: Plano, TX, US (On-site, Local Candidates Only) Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (C2C) Travel: None Required Final round will be onsite interview Hands-on ...

Keylent Inc

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Peregrine

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Software Technology Inc

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Boston, MA · On-site

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Arka Infotech Inc

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Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level core network engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Core Network Engineer vs Network Support Technician?

AspectEntry Level Core Network EngineerNetwork Support Technician
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CompTIA A+, Network+ (optional)
Work EnvironmentDesign, implement, and troubleshoot core network infrastructureMaintain and support existing network systems
ResponsibilitiesConfigure routers/switches, assist in network designMonitor network performance, resolve connectivity issues

Entry Level Core Network Engineers focus on designing and implementing core network infrastructure, requiring certifications like CCNA. In contrast, Network Support Technicians primarily support and troubleshoot existing networks. Both roles often work in similar environments but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Core Network Engineer

Core Network Engineer

3B Staffing LLC

Murphy, TX • On-site

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Job description

Core Network Engineer - Nokia
Location: Plano, TX, US (On-site, Local Candidates Only)
Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (C2C)
Travel: None Required
Final round will be onsite interview
Hands-on operational experience with Nokia Packet Core (UPF, SMF, AMF, PCF), strong understanding of Packet Core call flows, degradation/failure scenarios, alarm patterns, KPIs, and L3/L4 support or NOC experience.
Company Overview
Our client is a leading multinational telecommunications technology company seeking a skilled Core Network Engineer to provide operational expertise in Nokia Packet Core networks. This is a time-sensitive project requiring on-site presence in Plano, TX.
Role Summary
The Core Network Engineer will act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Packet Core operations, ensuring that analytics and root cause analysis (RCA) results are accurate, credible, and actionable from a Core Network Operations (NOC) perspective. This is a domain validation and governance role, not a development role, supporting a pilot project with a strong focus on operational integrity.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide SME guidance on Nokia Packet Core network functions (UPF, SMF, AMF, PCF).
  • Validate alarm correlations and RCA signatures against actual operational behavior.
  • Define and assess success criteria from a Core Ops/NOC perspective.
  • Identify incorrect correlations, false positives, and missing scenarios.
  • Support interpretation of analytics outputs for operations and engineering teams.
  • Contribute to pilot findings, recommendations, and next-step decisions.
Required Technical Skills
  • Hands-on operational experience with Nokia Packet Core (UPF, SMF, AMF, PCF).
  • Strong understanding of Packet Core call flows and common degradation/failure scenarios.
  • Knowledge of alarm patterns and KPIs.
  • Experience in L3/L4 support, NOC, or ATAC-type environments.
Preferred Experience
  • Exposure to national-scale Core Network environments.
  • Familiarity with adjacent Core functions: USD, UDM, PCF, Charging, IMS Voice Core.
  • Experience participating in RCA, incident reviews, or post-mortems.

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