IP ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Updated: Dec 08, 2025 - The Internet Protocol (IP) Engineer operates and maintains IP transport networks, specializing in MPLS, Segment Routing, and SDN architectures. This role requires CCNA & CCNP SP certifications, strong problem-solving skills, and fluency in English. The engineer also excels in communication, organization, and delivering results under pressure.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout IP Engineer Resume
  • IP/MPLS Networking
  • Network Design
  • Network Security
  • Routing Protocols
  • Segment Routing
  • Service Provisioning
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • QoS Engineering
  • Firewall Configuration
  • Traffic Engineering
  • Problem Solving
  • Project Leadership
  • Communication Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Customer Focus
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Documentation Skills
  • Stress Management
  • Decision Making

Summary of IP Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Computer Engineering with 8 years of Experience

  • Working in an IT infrastructure-related role, along with associated design experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with server configuration management (infrastructure automation) tools (i.e., Ansible, Puppet)
  • Experience supporting enterprise server hardware (Dell or Client) 
  • Experience with Identity Management solutions such as IBM's TIMTAM 
  • Experience with IOT devices and management
  • AWS Cloud experience including core services EC2, S3, ALBNLB, Lambda, RDS
  • Experience in designing, optimizing and troubleshooting public cloud platforms associated with large, complex application stacks 
  • Working in a PKI environment and bonus points for working with AWS public cloud environments 
  • AWS hands-on experience of designing and managing AWS cloud solutions 
  • Previous experience working as either a Technical Architect or, Solutions Architect
  • Knowledge and understanding of Entrust Public Certificates and the process 
  • Skills background with Certificate Management tool set, such as Venafi, Keyfactor, or other inventory management, deployment and tracking tool set. 
  • Ability to design and implement solutions for integration within client environments for various Red Hat products such as IdM (Identity Management), Satellite, RHV (Red Hat Virtualization), RHDS (Red Hat Directory Server), Ceph, etc. 

2. BS in Telecommunications Engineering with 6 years of Experience

  • Possess CCNA certification
  • Experience in FortiGate (Fortinet) or Firewall design, Cisco Routers, or similar.
  • Experience in IP design and implementation, VLAN, VRFs, BGP, or similar protocols
  • Knowledge in networks and in the area of the installation and configuration of network components, in routing protocols, network management and network analysis.
  • Ability to design a brand new end-to-end IP design to be consumed by multiple customers
  • Ability to build a future-proof IP design that will be able to scale and comply with customer needs
  • Ability to contribute to Product and Solution work in identifying IP impacts, changes, and requirements in the end-to-end architecture
  • Ability to build, design and manage the end-to-end IP design
  • Ability to design, monitor and maintain a communication matrix to other networks

3. BS in Electrical Engineering with 9 years of Experience

  • Experience in service provider networks.
  • Experience with Cloud principles of scale out, disaggregation, simplicity, agility, automation and speed to market.
  • Strong understanding of NFV and SDN design and implementation concepts.
  • Strong knowledge of MPLS with segment routing networks
  • Familiarity with a broad range of routing protocols, including BGP, eVPN, OSPF, ISIS, BFD, LDP, RSVP, SR, etc.
  • Sound understanding of current telecommunication principles, platforms and vendors, including Arista, Nokia, Cisco and Juniper.
  • Good knowledge of common tools used for monitoring and controlling production service provider networks
  • Familiarity with MEF standards and implementation.
  • Understanding of standardized and open interfaces that allow for interoperability between virtualized network functions, the infrastructure and associated management entities.
  • Familiarity with a range of test equipment
  • Excellent written skills with the ability to produce high-quality documentation with the appropriate level of technical depth.
  • Ability to specify and enforce Vocus and industry standards on the network design, both for technology, service implementation and process.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn new technical skills using independent research and the support of vendors.
  • Ability to work with team members with a variety of technical skill levels.
  • Ability to work with technical and commercial procurement teams to deliver quality platform/equipment selection through RFP/RFQ and rigorous PoCs.

4. BS in Information Technology with 7 years of Experience

  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • Experience designing and configuring QoS, CBWFQ, LLQ, and classification methods.
  • Experience in configuring and troubleshooting Network Management applications and protocols.
  • Knowledge and Experience of IP address subnetting, address management and IP architecture.
  • Knowledge and Experience of Optical Transport Networks.
  • Experience with Network Management systems such as SolarWinds or Cacti.
  • Training or mentoring experience 
  • In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding service environment.
  • Be able to operate autonomously and demonstrate initiative in problem solving, decision making and a proactive approach to the job.
  • Ability to relate to a diverse working environment.

5. BS in Network Engineering with 5 years of Experience

  • CCNA&CCNP SP Certification 
  • Experience in the operation of transport networks IP.
  • Experience in diagnosing and solving problems for transport networks.
  • Experience in access control and security models for transport networks.
  • Knowledge in IP Network, MPLS Network, Segment Routing MPLS and SDN Architecture.
  • Fluent English speaking and writing is mandatory
  • Strong communication skills, proficient in communicating with internal customers.
  • Ability to maintain clear focus under pressure.
  • Strong analytical and organization skills.
  • High commitment and result-oriented to new challenges or projects.

6. BS in Computer Science with 9 years of Experience

  • IP Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, CCDP, JNCIP, etc.
  • Experience in Telecom on IP MPLS network of any Telecom Operator, IP Core Planning and Implementation for a highly complex network.
  • Hands-on experience in the NOC of an IP MPLS network of any Telecom Operator
  • Experience in executing Planned Events/FM activities in the IP-MPLS network
  • Experience in troubleshooting and implementation for L2 and L3 services, including VPLS/MP-BGP, OSPF, ISIS, VRRP, LDP, RSVP-TE, and Multicast.
  • Experience in preparing design guidelines, solution documents, processes and workflows Transport Network.
  • Sound knowledge of the Transport KPIs.
  • Working knowledge of RAN products (SRAN BTS/WBTS/BSCs/RNCs) and their IP transport
  • Good understanding of IP and Ethernet Technologies, including MPLS, Routing Protocols, BGP, IGP, ISIS, OSPF, VLAN, IP addressing, and Mobility services running on IP IP/MPLS network.
  • Good knowledge and Experience of Cisco, Juniper, and Nokia Routers
  • Knowledge of Mobility and Enterprise Transport Network
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills in Data and mobility Networks
  • Problem-solving Skill in Multi-Domain and Multi-Vendor Transport Architecture