Engineer III Broadband Architecture and Engineering

About the Role:

As a Broadband Engineer III on the Broadband Architecture and Engineering team, you will develop efficient and cost-effective network solutions, provide direction to other Engineering and Implementation teams, contribute directly to development of a forward looking network infrastructure and evaluate state-of-the-art broadband electronics to provide advanced telecommunication services to Uniti's customers. You will also offer T3/T4 support as needed to operations teams when issues arise related to Uniti's broadband customers.

What You'll Do:

* 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.

Do You Have:

* 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

Even Better:

* 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.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti's network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com as soon as possible for information on Uniti's foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate's written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.