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Keylent Inc

Sr. Software Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

Sr. Software Engineer TECHM-JOB-28005 Location: [OKLAHOMA CITY] Skill: Cisco ACI Lead Network ... Deploy IP/MPLS infrastructure and services covering the installations, testing, cutover, migration ...

CSV-TAUREAN

$145K - $175K/yr

LAN/WAN engineering and optimization * Firewall, VLAN, TCP/IP, MPLS expertise * Mentorship and analytical skills Requirements: * Education: BA/BS with 5+ years OR AA/AS with 7+ years.

Nebius

DWDM-IP Engineer

$125K - $180K/yr

Built by engineers, for engineers. From large-scale GPU orchestration to inference optimization, we ... You will work at the intersection of DWDM systems and IP/MPLS layers, ensuring reliable packet ...

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How much do mpls engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for mpls engineer in the United States is $53.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.27 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are MPLS Engineers?

MPLS Engineers are specialized network engineers who design, implement, and maintain Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) networks. MPLS is a technique used by service providers and large organizations to efficiently route data across complex networks, improving speed, reliability, and traffic management. MPLS Engineers are responsible for configuring routers and switches, troubleshooting network issues, and ensuring optimal network performance. Their expertise ensures secure and scalable network communications for businesses and service providers.

What are some common challenges Mpls Engineers face when troubleshooting network issues?

Mpls Engineers often encounter challenges such as pinpointing the root cause of latency or packet loss within complex, multi-vendor environments. Diagnosing issues can be difficult due to the layered nature of MPLS, requiring a thorough understanding of both underlying IP routing protocols and label distribution mechanisms. Collaboration with other network teams and clear documentation are essential to effectively isolate and resolve problems. Staying current with evolving MPLS standards and tools also helps in mitigating and quickly addressing network disruptions.

What is the difference between Mpls Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectMpls EngineerNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCCNP, CCIE, Cisco certificationsCCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentDesigning and managing MPLS networks, troubleshooting routing issuesMaintaining overall network infrastructure, configuring routers and switches
Industry UsageTelecommunications, large enterprise networksIT departments across various industries

While both roles involve network infrastructure, an MPLS Engineer specializes in designing and maintaining MPLS-based networks, focusing on traffic engineering and VPNs. A Network Engineer has a broader scope, managing overall network systems, including LANs, WANs, and security. The MPLS Engineer's expertise is more specialized, often requiring advanced certifications, whereas Network Engineers handle diverse network tasks across industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an MPLS Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an MPLS Engineer, you need strong expertise in networking protocols, MPLS architecture, and IP routing, typically backed by a degree in computer science or a related field and relevant certifications like Cisco CCNP or CCIE. Familiarity with network management tools, configuration software, and hardware from vendors such as Cisco and Juniper is commonly required. Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication are essential soft skills for diagnosing issues and collaborating with teams. These skills ensure the reliable design, implementation, and troubleshooting of complex MPLS networks that support critical business operations.
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Infographic showing various Mpls Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 81% Physical, 13% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,552 per year, or $53.6 per hour.

IP Network Engineer

CompQsoft,Inc .

Fort George G Meade, MD

Other

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Title: IP Network Engineer

Location: Fort Meade, MD ( Hybrid)

Clearance required: Secret Clearance

Certification required by project: IAT Level 2

CompQsoft is seeking a highly skilled Lead Network Engineer, to join our DISA program team in Fort Meade, MD.

This is an exciting key position and opportunity to leverage your experience, skills, and leadership by providing support for end-to-end engineering solutions for DISN projects. As Lead Network Engineer, you will lead and oversee the planning and implementation of solutions across multiple technologies and platforms in the DISN and provide end-to-end integrated solutions ensuring mission success. You will support and lead technical planning, analysis, engineering, and testing for DISN initiatives and make technical recommendations.

Responsibilities (include, but not limited to):

  • Analyzes and studies complex system requirements.
  • Designs software tools and subsystems to support software reuse and domain analyses and manages their implementation.
  • Develop and validate system architecture.
  • Develop and support initial implementation and provide lifecycle engineering of network architecture.
  • Support Quality of Service (QoS) policies, requirements, and testing.
  • Provide technical expertise in design review, lab testing & test report, implementation plan and deployment of new advanced large-scale complex DoD networks.
  • Provide emerging insertion technologies (i.e. new features, capabilities, etc.).
  • Support mission partners to satisfy the interoperability requirements.
  • Provide all required documentation in support of Configuration Control Boards (CCB) and supervises software configuration management.
  • Provide Tier III support and oversee Tier III support engineers.
  • Conduct market research to find products to meet requirements.
  • Implement MPLS services offerings on the DISN network called IP Transport Provider Edge (IPTPE). MPLS services include L3VPN, L2VPN, Virtual Private LAN service (VPLS) and Carrier Supporting Carrier (CsC). IPTPE platforms tested include Juniper MX960/MX480 and Cisco ASR9010/ASR9006 routers.
  • Perform testing and support implementation of the DMZ COI VPN (part of NIPRNet Hardening project), which provides separation of the NIPRNet traffic and Mission Critical Community of Interest (COI) traffic using the MPLS L3VPN service.
  • Configure and perform crypto testing and troubleshooting using various protocols.
  • Provide technical security expertise in design, test, evaluation, and deployment of advanced large-scale complex DoD networks. Review security requirements set by DoD agencies for the NIPRNET network protection; Assess and analyze current NIPRNET network architecture; Propose and analyze potential solutions.
  • Reviews security threats to the current DoD NIPRNet/Internet gateway IA infrastructure, architecture, and technology and determines/implements effective countermeasures IAW established policies/regulations/directives.
  • Deliver Router and Firewall Test Plans and resulting Test Reports; prepare field recommendations and Configuration Guides.

Experience/Qualifications:

  • DoD and/or Government program experience preferred; DISA experience a plus.
  • BA/BS in a technical discipline (engineering, information technology, etc.) with at least 5 years of experience
  • Large Enterprise or DoD IP Design Experience running BGP/MP-BGP (multi AS) and MPLS routing protocols
  • Extensive router regression testing experience with Cisco ASR9K (ASR9010/ASR9006) routers
  • Strong routing protocols experience: BGP, MPLS/RSVP, OSPF, IS-IS, Multicast, Layer-2/Layer-3 Virtual Private Network (VPN) and Carrier Supporting Carrier (CsC).
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools: PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written), effective leadership, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

  • Experience with Network test equipment/Traffic Generator such as IXIA, Spirent Test Center, Smartbits and Agilent N2X
  • CCNP or JNCIP or equivalent routing and switching experience
  • Experience configuring Filter Based Forwarding (FBF), Multi-Hop Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (MBFD), HSRP, 802.1Q, SONET and SNMP a plus
  • Working experience with network security products (Firewalls, IDSs, SIEMs) a plus

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