Network Data L3

Network Data L3

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate technologies and architectures in relation to Customer infrastructure project needs. Interface with management, customers and vendors to develop and implement solutions to meet business requirements.
• Design and manage the rollout of critical network infrastructure projects to support Customer Products and services, on both a strategic (long term) and tactical (immediate term) level.
• Perform analytical, technical, cost analysis and CAPEX development work in the planning, design, installation and on-going administration and management of Customer’s data networks.
• Ensure that network infrastructure is fully documented and performing as required for internal and customer SLA guarantees and expectations by means of Operational Readiness Testing metrics and measurements.
• Provide technical expertise to Product Development to develop new product strategies and enhance existing product sets.
• Contributes to departmental activities and programs by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS / QUALITIES WE LOOK FOR:

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN/WLAN support and engineering design for voice, data and video networks at Access, Aggregation, and Core network locations
• General Knowledge of best practices with Telephony Switch networks using switching interfaces such as GR-303 and TR-08. Also knowledge of SS7, AIN, LNP, etc.
• Thorough understanding of modern service provider TCP/IP data networks using standards and technologies including but not limited to: MPLS, IS-IS, OSPF, BGP4, STP, RSTP, 802.1q, 802.1ah, ADSL2+, SDWAN
• Superior knowledge, skills and experience with Cisco routing, switching and wireless hardware, software, protocols etc.
• Strong working knowledge of structured cabling systems, network facilities, electrical, UPS, etc.
• Ability to work alone as an individual contributor, as a technical lead and as a participant in a team environment.
• Router, Switch, WAP and IP configuration experience is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science or Network Engineering with five or more years directly related experience in a telecommunications or infrastructure service provider network. (Proven technical experience may be substituted for educational requirement)
• 10+ years experience designing computer networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), Internet connectivity, intranets, and other data communications systems. Creates, tests, and evaluates networks.
• Certifications in Cisco technologies preferred, CCNA/CCNP, Routing and Switching, Voice, etc…

COMPETENCIES:

• Critical thinking / Problem-solving
• Communication, written and verbal
• Continuous learning
• Teamwork / Collaboration
• Adaptability