Careers

Company:

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Compensation: [Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: $54,000 - $90,000

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Install Network Elements within Cogent Communications locations (Data centers, POPs, Hubs).
  • Turn-up and test new customer circuits at Cogent Data Centers, carrier neutral datacenters, and multitenant office buildings, document and communicate changes.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot and turn-up fiber optic networks.
  • Ability to work flexible hours based on network maintenance requirements.
  • Respond to and resolve network outages and impairments.
  • Drive the implementation of metro network augmentation and expansion projects.
  • Select, manage and train vendors on network support and construction related activities.
  • Coordinate with building managers and vendors to install network nodes and construct/modify risers within a "Class A" office buildings.
  • Advise field managers and executives on construction project status.
  • Consult with Network Planning and Customer Service Delivery teams to provide Field perspective & expertise to network deployments.
  • Work with AC and DC power systems.
  • Maintain proficiency in current and evolving technological developments in power systems, telecommunications infrastructure, fiber, CWDM and DWDM technologies.

Qualifications:

  • Working knowledge of network architectures and telecom infrastructure including fiber networks.
  • Proficiency in the use of telecommunications test equipment: optical power meters (OPM – OLS), OTDR, OSA, Ethernet / IP testers; interpretation of test results.
  • Strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
  • High-energy individual with interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate peers, and drive project to completion.
  • Highly developed written and verbal communications skills.
  • Successful project management experience.
  • 4-15 years of telecommunications experience with fiber transmission equipment including 3+ years field experience.
  • Experience managing vendors and carriers.
  • Familiarity with Telco operations
  • Possess sound technical skills, analytical ability, and judgment
  • Associate’s degree or higher in a technical field. Equivalent combination of experience, training and education that may substitute for the degree.
  • Travel 25%
  • Reside within the greater Dallas/Fort Worth, TX region

COVID-19 Policy:

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy that requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated, including one booster shot against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

To apply for the Field Technician position, please submit your resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company:

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. A competitive base salary and a full benefits package including; Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Parental Leave, 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program. Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment, and some require a waiting period.

Compensation:

[Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: $54,000 - $90,000

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for all network field activity on Cogent network.
  • Installation of Network Elements within Cogent Communications locations (Data centers, POPs, Hubs).
  • Turn-up and test new customer circuits at Cogent Data Centers, carrier neutral datacenters, and multitenant office buildings, document and communicate changes.
  • Responsible for maintaining the Cogent fiber network (locates, maintenance, splicing, emergency restoration, transmission equipment maintenance)
  • Responsible for maintaining Cogent Data Centers (facility maintenance, compliance, equipment maintenance)
  • Management of contractors and vendors.
  • Independent and self-starter.
  • Work with Network Planning and Customer Service Delivery to provide Field perspective to network deployment as well as to provide expertise in deployments.
  • Maintain proficiency within the telecommunications infrastructure, fiber, CWDM and DWDM technologies.
  • Work with AC and DC power systems.

Qualifications:

  • Travel 30%, 5+ years of experience on telecommunication networks.
  • 1+ years of field experience in DWDM and / or IP networks
  • Experience in the use of telecommunications test equipment: optical power meters (OPM – OLS), OTDR, OSA, Ethernet / IP testers; interpretation of test results
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • High-energy individual with interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate peers, and drive project to completion.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

  • Project Management experience.
  • Experience on daily operations of a Datacenter (Diesel Generator, UPS, HVAC).
  • Experience maintaining a fiber network.

COVID-19 Policy:

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy which requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated with one booster against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

To apply for the Fiber Technician position, please submit your resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company:

Cogent Communications is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access, private network services, IPv4 address leasing, optical transport services and data center colocation services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services in over 228 markets globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. Structured tenure pay increases and an uncapped commissions plan offers you unlimited earnings potential. Cogent offers a full benefits package including; Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO) (20 days per year), Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Family Leave (three weeks per year), 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation:

[Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: [$19.23- $24.03 per hour or $40,000 – $50,000 per year].

Commission: Commissions are earned on each sale based on product type:

  • 50% -150% of one month’s MRCs (monthly recurring charges)
  • 1/12 of one-time NRCs (non-recurring charges) &
  • 1/24 of Burst

[Tenured] Base Salary Pay Range: [$19.23 - $36.05 per hour or $40,000 - $75,000 per year] based on achievement of structured tenure based and performance based pay increases.

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify new business opportunities within a prescribed Regional Sales Territory via sourcing and prospecting efforts through a high volume of direct calling and emailing efforts.
  • Strategize with your Sales Management team on how to sell into your region’s largest commercial and retail buildings, office parks, and professional campuses.
  • Compliment prospecting and selling efforts with fieldwork such as building walks, lobby events, property management relationships, and customer face-to-face meetings.
  • Learn how to understand a customer’s need and then educate them on the connectivity solutions that Cogent can provide to them via consultative and relationship-building selling techniques.
  • Consistently update your efforts in our Customer Relationship Management system.
  • Achieve targeted monthly revenue goals.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with revenue deadlines.
  • Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office and software applications.
  • 0-2+ years of solid, sales experience.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills are a must.

Work Environment:

This is an in-office position five days a week to best support your success, allowing for focused mentorship, training, and personal coaching

COVID-19 Policy:

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy that requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated, including one booster shot against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position and agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

“Cogent’s competitive advantage lies in our people...their spirit, their energy and their commitment.” - Dave Schaeffer, Founder & CEO

To apply for the Regional Account Manager position, please submit your resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

"Cogent's competitive advantage lies in our people... their spirit, their energy and their commitment."

Dave Schaeffer, CEO

Make the most rewarding career decision you'll ever make. Join the Cogent Team! While many companies have been talking about cutting jobs or pausing hiring, Cogent continues to actively recruit.

We know that our people represent the future of our company, so we hire only the best. We offer you the opportunity to grow and push the limits of your potential. What you learn and accomplish in the process will help propel Cogent to even greater heights.

Join a team where you know that your high energy and talent will be recognized; where your opinion and experience will matter; where the focus is on making Cogent and its employees successful. Our work culture is team oriented where all employees are accessible to one another, regardless of their seniority. Employees belong to a team that strives to accomplish mutual goals through shared efforts and experiences.

Cogent is serious about our responsibility to take care of our people and our environment, as well as to manage our network according to the principles of an open and reliable Internet. Our market-competitive compensation and benefit plans reflect our dedication to recruit, retain and reward the best people. So come join an equal opportunity employer and help change the face of the Internet.

To apply for one of the open positions listed below, please send your resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We currently have open positions in the following departments:

SalesField ServicesFinance

Sales

Sales Director - Overland Park, KS

Sales Director - Paris, France

Sales Manager - Atlanta, GA

Sales Manager - Austin, TX

Sales Manager - Overland Park, KS

Sales Manager - San Francisco, CA

Sales Manager - Seattle, WA

Enterprise Account Manager - North America

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Atlanta, GA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Austin, TX

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Boston, MA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Charlotte, NC

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Chicago, IL

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Dallas, TX

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Denver, CO

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Herndon, VA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Houston, TX

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Montreal, QB

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - New Orleans, LA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - New York, NY

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Orlando, FL

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Pasadena, CA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Phoenix, AZ

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - San Diego, CA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - San Francisco, CA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Santa Clara, CA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Sterling, VA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Toronto, ON

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Tyson's Corner, VA

Regional Account Manager (RAM) - Walnut Creek, CA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Atlanta, GA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Austin, TX

National Account Manager (NAM) - Boston, MA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Charlotte, NC

National Account Manager (NAM) - Chicago, IL

National Account Manager (NAM) - Columbus, OH

National Account Manager (NAM) - Dallas, TX

National Account Manager (NAM) - Herndon, VA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Houston, TX

National Account Manager (NAM) - La Mirada, CA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Miami, FL

National Account Manager (NAM) - Minneapolis, MN

National Account Manager (NAM) - Montreal, QB

National Account Manager (NAM) - New Orleans, LA

National Account Manager (NAM) - New York, NY

National Account Manager (NAM) - Orlando, FL

National Account Manager (NAM) - Pasadena, CA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Philadelphia, PA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Phoenix, AZ

National Account Manager (NAM) - San Francisco, CA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Santa Clara, CA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Seattle, WA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Sterling, VA

National Account Manager (NAM) - Toronto, ON

National Account Manager (NAM) - Tysons Corner, VA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Atlanta, GA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Austin, TX

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Boston, MA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Charlotte, NC

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Chicago, IL

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Columbus, OH

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Dallas, TX

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Detroit, MI

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Herndon, VA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Houston, TX

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Los Angeles, CA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - La Mirada, CA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Miami, FL

Global Account Manager (GAM) - New Orleans, LA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - New York, NY

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Overland Park, KS

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Pasadena, CA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Philadelphia, PA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - San Diego, CA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - San Francisco, CA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Santa Clara, CA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Seattle, WA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Sterling, VA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Toronto, ON

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Tysons Corner, VA

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Washington, DC

Global Account Manager (GAM) - London, UK

Global Account Manager (GAM) - Milan, Italy

Bilingual Global Account Manager (GAM) - Chinese & English

Bilingual Global Account Manager (GAM) - Japanese & English

Bilingual Global Account Manager (GAM) - Spanish & English

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Field Services

Fiber Technician - Buffalo, NY

Fiber Technician - Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

Fiber Technician - Phoenix, AZ

Field Technician - Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

Field Technician - Washington, DC

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Finance

Accountant - Frankfurt, Germany

Accountant - Luxembourg

Director, Accounting - Washington, DC

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Company:

Cogent Communications is a multinational, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access, private network services, IPv4 address leasing, optical transport services and data center colocation services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services in over 228 markets globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring. Structured tenure pay increases and an uncapped commissions plan offers you unlimited earnings potential. Cogent offers a full benefits package including; Medical insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO) (20 days per year), Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Holidays, Family Leave (three weeks per year), 401(k) plan with employer match, stock options, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation:

[Starting / Initial] Base Salary Pay Range: [$19.23- $24.03 per hour or $40,000 – $50,000 per year].

Commission: Commissions are earned on each sale based on product type:

  • 50% -150% of one month’s MRCs (monthly recurring charges)
  • 1/12 of one-time NRCs (non-recurring charges) &
  • 1/24 of Burst

[Tenured] Base Salary Pay Range: [$19.23 - $36.05 per hour or $40,000 - $75,000 per year] based on achievement of structured tenure based and performance based pay increases.

Specific offers within the listed pay ranges are determined by a variety of factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and business needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify new business opportunities within a prescribed Regional Sales Territory via sourcing and prospecting efforts through a high volume of direct calling and emailing efforts.
  • Strategize with your Sales Management team on how to sell into your region’s largest commercial and retail buildings, office parks, and professional campuses.
  • Compliment prospecting and selling efforts with fieldwork such as building walks, lobby events, property management relationships, and customer face-to-face meetings.
  • Learn how to understand a customer’s need and then educate them on the connectivity solutions that Cogent can provide to them via consultative and relationship-building selling techniques.
  • Consistently update your efforts in our Customer Relationship Management system.
  • Achieve targeted monthly revenue goals.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with revenue deadlines.
  • Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office and software applications.
  • 0-2+ years of solid, sales experience.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills are a must.

Work Environment:

This is an in-office position five days a week to best support your success, allowing for focused mentorship, training, and personal coaching

COVID-19 Policy:

Cogent has adopted a mandatory vaccination and booster policy that requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated, including one booster shot against COVID-19. Prior to beginning employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or apply for and receive an accommodation to be exempt from the policy.

By submitting an application or resume for this position, I understand that is an in-office position and agree to abide Cogent’s mandatory vaccination policy.

“Cogent’s competitive advantage lies in our people...their spirit, their energy and their commitment.” - Dave Schaeffer, Founder & CEO

To apply for the Regional Account Manager position, please submit your resume and cover letter to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.