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Uniti Group Inc. · 1 day ago

Engineer III Broadband Architecture and Engineering

Little Rock, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Uniti Group Inc. provides high-speed broadband Internet and telecommunication services. As a Broadband Engineer III, you will develop efficient network solutions and support engineering teams to enhance Uniti's broadband infrastructure.

Telecommunications

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 engineering principlesBroadband technologiesNetwork device configurationTelecom industry knowledgeLayer 2 best practicesIndustry certificationsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam-orientedSelf-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