Computer Engineer at The Place

Description

• Managing a wide range of hardware and software to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient communication across all systems, including LANs, WANs, and cloud-based environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and testing circuit boards, chips, routers, and other physical hardware components.
• Writing and testing software for computers, mobile devices, and embedded systems.
• Designing, installing, and testing computer networks and operating systems.
• Collaborating with other engineers, programmers, and non-technical team members.
• Staying up-to-date on the latest advancements in computer technology.
• Network architecture: Design, develop, and deploy a robust and scalable network infrastructure, including on-premise and cloud solutions.
• Configuration and maintenance: Install, configure, and maintain various network hardware, such as routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers. Perform routine maintenance, including patches, service packs, and upgrades.
• Security management: Implement and enforce network security measures, such as firewalls, VPNs, and access controls, to protect against unauthorized access and cyber threats.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and other network and system problems in a timely manner.
• Technical support: Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues and end-users on network-related issues.
• Disaster recovery: Plan and perform disaster recovery operations and data backups to protect data and systems.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is typically required.
• Certifications: Industry certifications demonstrate specialized expertise and include:
  • CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate): Validates foundational knowledge in network essentials.
  • CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional): For more advanced-level engineers.
  • CompTIA Network+: A vendor-neutral certification for foundational skills.

Technical Skills:

• Networking knowledge: Strong understanding of network infrastructure and protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, and OSPF.
• Hardware proficiency: Hands-on experience with networking equipment from various vendors, such asCisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, and Aruba.
• Network security: Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing and managing firewalls and VPNs.
• Cloud networking: Experience with cloud computing platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is becoming increasingly important for modern network engineers.
• Automation: Familiarity with scripting languages like Python or Bash for automating network tasks is a plus.