Senior Network Engineer (Onsite(
Permanent
Fargo, North Dakota
05 Sep 2025
Akkodis is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a Full-Time opportunity in Fargo, ND.
Company Info: VOIP, Messaging, Telephone, fax company started in 2001 with 3 founders.
Location: Onsite 5 days a week in Fargo - 8-5
- 5-10 years of experience
- hardening of their network environment, redundency, off network access and data center support - 2 racks at each data center site
- Juniper switches, tnsr routers and pfsense firewalls - involved with being hands on daily and network design
SUMMARY
We are looking for a Senior Network Engineer with deep expertise in modern data center networking technologies to join our growing infrastructure team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high-performance environments, enjoys solving complex network challenges, and is passionate about building scalable, reliable systems.
As a Senior Network Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing, building, and operating our global network. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams on routing architectures, automation, observability, and next-gen deployments using protocols such as BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EVPN/VXLAN, and CI/CD-driven workflows.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design, build, and maintain highly available network infrastructure in collaboration with engineering and operations teams.
Design and optimize Layer 2/3 topologies using protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
Support and improve data center operations, contributing to monitoring, observability, and incident resolution.
Collaborate with the engineering team to recommend and implement network upgrades to improve scalability and performance.
Lead network automation efforts using tools like Python and Ansible, integrated with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab).
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of designs, standards, and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field.
5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise or data center networks (Dell equipment / Seth storage/Linux enviornment).
Strong knowledge of network protocols such as BGP, OSPF, GRE, MPLS, VXLAN, and EVPN.
Strong knowledge of Juniper networks (QFX series, Junos OS).
Strong knowledge of Netgate networks (pfSense+, tnsr).
Experience with network automation (Ansible, Python, etc) and integration into CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, etc).
Deadline and detail-oriented.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Strong communication skills.
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation: up to 130-150K with annual bonus and great BCBS benefits, 3 weeks PTO to start
401(k) with 4% matching
Health, Vision, and Dental insurance – BCBS 100% of employee premium, 50% of dependents
Flexible schedule
Paid time off – 3 week of PTO plus 7 company holidays
Parental leave
Relocation assistance
If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at mia.harpster@akkodisgroup.com
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy.
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
· The California Fair Chance Act
· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Pay Details: $130,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www-uat.modis.com/en-us/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.