Low Latency Network Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Low Latency Network Engineer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Alpharetta, GA.

Responsibilities:

• Will join a team responsible for evaluating, designing, and implementing solutions to support the firm's global low-latency, high-speed trading infrastructure.
• Utilizing the latest technologies across all financial products and leveraging industry knowledge and technical trends, the candidate will be responsible for meeting customer requirements for low latency, high-performance computing, security, and efficient execution across complex routing systems.

Required Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of routing protocols and platforms such as BGP, OSPF, RIP, MP-BGP, MPLS, L2-VPNs, Multicast (PIM SM/DM/SSM), ASR1K, ISRg2, CRS-1/4/8.
• Experience with designing and implementing data networking products and technologies from a technology vendor or systems integrator.
• CCIE or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in IP Routing with BGP, MP-BGP, OSPF, RIP, MPLS, L2-VPNs.
• Familiarity with IP Routing platforms like ISRg2, ASR1K, CRS-1/4/8, and Juniper.
• Expertise in switching platforms such as Cisco Nexus, Cat3K, 4K, 6K, SUP6e/6le/7e/7le/8e SUP32, SUP720, and Arista (all models).
• In-depth knowledge of switching concepts, including Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP, PVSTP+), 802.1q trunking, CEF, ARP, DHCP snooping, TCAM, Dynamic ARP inspection, IGMPv2/3, and platform-specific configurations (3k, 4k, 6k, SUP720/32, SUP6E/6LE/7E/7LE/8E).
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP concepts, including TCP slow-start, duplicate Acknowledgments, retransmits, SACK, subnetting, and supernetting.
• Experience with testing suites like IXIA, Spirent, Shundra, RFC2544, IMIX/EMIX, and test setup.

Preferred Skills:

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High level of initiative and a proactive approach.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the team's needs.
• Honest, hardworking, and reliable.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficient in UNIX or Linux.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Low Latency Network Engineer for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Alpharetta, GA.

Responsibilities:

• Will join a team responsible for evaluating, designing, and implementing solutions to support the firm's global low-latency, high-speed trading infrastructure.
• Utilizing the latest technologies across all financial products and leveraging industry knowledge and technical trends, the candidate will be responsible for meeting customer requirements for low latency, high-performance computing, security, and efficient execution across complex routing systems.

Required Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of routing protocols and platforms such as BGP, OSPF, RIP, MP-BGP, MPLS, L2-VPNs, Multicast (PIM SM/DM/SSM), ASR1K, ISRg2, CRS-1/4/8.
• Experience with designing and implementing data networking products and technologies from a technology vendor or systems integrator.
• CCIE or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in IP Routing with BGP, MP-BGP, OSPF, RIP, MPLS, L2-VPNs.
• Familiarity with IP Routing platforms like ISRg2, ASR1K, CRS-1/4/8, and Juniper.
• Expertise in switching platforms such as Cisco Nexus, Cat3K, 4K, 6K, SUP6e/6le/7e/7le/8e SUP32, SUP720, and Arista (all models).
• In-depth knowledge of switching concepts, including Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP, PVSTP+), 802.1q trunking, CEF, ARP, DHCP snooping, TCAM, Dynamic ARP inspection, IGMPv2/3, and platform-specific configurations (3k, 4k, 6k, SUP720/32, SUP6E/6LE/7E/7LE/8E).
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP concepts, including TCP slow-start, duplicate Acknowledgments, retransmits, SACK, subnetting, and supernetting.
• Experience with testing suites like IXIA, Spirent, Shundra, RFC2544, IMIX/EMIX, and test setup.

Preferred Skills:

• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• High level of initiative and a proactive approach.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the team's needs.
• Honest, hardworking, and reliable.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficient in UNIX or Linux.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.