HYBRID Technical Manager, Protocols and Network Software

Labn Consulting - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

About the position

LabN Consulting, LLC is seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager for Protocols and Network Software to lead a team in the design, development, and management of advanced network protocols and software systems. This role encompasses overseeing the entire project lifecycle, focusing on network protocols, software systems, and communication technologies, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers and vendors to design, develop, integrate, and test new technologies for network control in cloud and specialized operating environments.
• Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Develop and maintain data network protocols, drivers, and management software, adhering to industry standards and best practices.
• Configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, VLANs, and related network components to optimize performance and reliability.
• Administer Linux systems and networks, managing firewall configurations and system security.
• Utilize open-source networking software and simulation tools for network development, testing, and validation.
• Write efficient, clean, and maintainable code in languages such as C, C++, Python, etc., within a Linux environment.
• Foster a collaborative and productive work environment by actively participating in project collaboration using tools like Confluence, Jira, git, etc.
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and clients through verbal and written channels.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in network control and technology.

Requirements

• Minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in data network development and/or testing
• 3+ years in management, and expertise in cloud networking, automation, and DevOps practices.
• Data network protocol, driver, or data network management software development experience.
• Solid foundation in industry/standard network technologies, routers, switches, spanning tree routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, PIM) and YANG
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• U.S. citizenship required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with routers/Ethernet/VLAN configuration and related network development and/or debugging.
• Linux system or networking administration (e.g, firewall configuration)
• Open-source networking related software (e.g., FRRouting, libyang)
• NFV in VMs and/or container configuration and operation
• Network Simulation, such as CORE and/or EMANE
• Proficiency with C, C++, python and/or other scripting languages in a Linux environment
• Project collaboration experience such as Confluence, Jira, and/or git
• Experience with automating tasks with shell scripts (e.g., Python, shell, ansible, Jenkins)

Benefits

• Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Automatic employer contributions to your 401k plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible work arrangements that prioritize quality work and personal balance.
• Collaboration with a team of esteemed industry experts.
• Involvement in diverse and meaningful projects.
• Ample learning and development opportunities.