Network Solution Designer in Boston, Massachusetts at NWN

Network Solution Designer

US-MA-Boston

Job ID: 2026-7262
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: CUSTOMER SUCCESS
Remote - United States

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled Solution Designer to lead the design of network connectivity solutions by identifying and evaluating Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and other carrier partners. This role requires deep knowledge of network architecture, cost modeling, performance engineering, and diversity/resiliency planning.

• Design and implementation of new network solutions and/or improving efficiency of current networks
• Create network solutions balancing cost, performance, and resiliency
• Product Network diagrams BOMs and documentation
• Identify and evaluate ISPs and transport providers
• Analyze provider capabilities, SLAs, and coverage
• Maintain provider relationships and track market trends.
• Perform cost modeling, TCO, and ROI analysis.
• Analyze performance metrics like latency and availability
• Design redundant and diverse network paths
• Work with Sales, Product, Engineering, and Procurement
• Support customer discussions and RFP responses
• Validate solution feasibility
• Develop and maintain architectural standards
• Ensure compliance and security requirements are met

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in solutions architecture, network engineering, or carrier management Required
• Experience with carriers, MSPs, SD-WAN, or connectivity providers
• Knowledge of provider lookup tools.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IP networking and transport protocols (High proficiency)
• Proven experience in sourcing Internet Service Providers and designing resilient, multi-path network architectures (Medium proficiency)
• Strong analytical and communication skills (High proficiency)
• Skilled at solving complex problems through analytical approaches
• Dedicated to delivering excellent customer service
• Capable of effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously
• (CCNP, AWS SA, etc.). Preferred

All offers of employment at NWN are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This process ensures a safe and secure work environment for all employees.

NWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer: NWN provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment free from unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other status or condition protected by local, state or federal law.

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