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Windstream · 1 month ago

Engineer III Broadband Architecture and Engineering

Greenville, SC, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Windstream is a provider of high-speed broadband Internet, phone service, and Digital TV packages. The Broadband Engineer III will develop efficient network solutions, provide direction to engineering teams, and evaluate broadband electronics to enhance telecommunication services.

Internet

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute test plans for existing and new broadband equipment such as DSLAM/OLTs and ONT/ONU to support DSL and PON access methods

Work in a lab environment with equipment, not limited to configuration development, hardware evaluation, software evaluation, equipment installation

Occasional work with field operations teams may be necessary during new equipment rollouts

Work with BNG platforms to adjust configurations and/or develop new configurations

Analyze issues in a T3/T4 role from other engineering/operations teams related to the production broadband network

Research new equipment/vendors as needed based on business needs

Develop new network configurations and architecture using best practices as defined by the BBF and ITU

Evaluate EMS platforms related to access equipment and northbound/southbound protocols used in communication to network equipment

Communicate with other work groups, both technical and non-technical, to provide timely updates and pass on information in a clear and concise manner

Other duties as assigned to meet business and customer service requirements

Periodic travel may be required to work with equipment in specific locations during new deployment testing, travel of 10% or less

Qualification

Network engineeringBroadband technologiesTelecom industry knowledgeNetwork device configurationLayer 2 best practicesIndustry certificationsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam-orientedProblem-solving skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Thorough understanding of telecom industry concepts and terminology

Solid understanding of network engineering and design principles

Developed understanding and working knowledge of data networking, which includes experience with management networks, DSL, PON, Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6 technologies in large scale networks

Solid understanding of access network design principles including physical and logical topologies, uplink sizing, port capacity, and bandwidth management

Experience configuring network devices directly via CLI, SNMP, NETCONF and other management interfaces

Experience with various protocols used in Broadband services, including DHCP, OMCI, SIP, PPPoE, FTP, TFTP, SNMP, MGCP, etc

Experience with layer 2 best practices, such as MFF, domain sizing, traffic classification/prioritization, VLAN design/management

Experience with network platforms including DSLAM/OLT, BNG, ethernet switches, IP routers is essential

Preferred

Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize, manage, and complete work assignments in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with minimal supervision

Previous DevOps experience utilizing scripting to directly query network devices, EMS platforms, or databases for data analysis/configuration adherence

Industry certifications, i.e. CCNA/CCNP, JNCIA, Nokia NRS

Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to summarize and present detailed information to technical and non-technical audiences

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to quickly understand requirements and identify appropriate solutions

Team-oriented and experienced at working in a collaborative environment Sensitivity: Internal

Willingness to consider the opinions of others and to think outside the box

Desire to learn new skills and a willingness to embrace change with a positive attitude

Solid PC skills with the aptitude to quickly learn new software applications. Proficient at using Microsoft Windows, Office and Outlook

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Savings Account

Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans

Educational Assistance Plan

Company

Windstream

Glassdoor3.1

Windstream and Uniti have merged - Please follow us at Uniti Group, Inc.

Founded in 2006

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.windstream.com

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