IP Network Engineer II/III

Uniti

115d • $63,400 - $83,200

About The Position

Uniti is seeking a skilled IP Network Engineer with a strong background in telecommunications, focusing on supporting Network Optimization initiatives. This role involves designing and implementing network changes in support of modernization, consolidation, and decommissioning projects. Additionally, providing guidance to Network Optimization teams on how their engineering may impact the network and intake escalations if IP troubleshooting assistance is required. This position can be filled remotely anywhere within the country.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of IPv4 & IPv6 addressing and subnetting.
• Experience with routing protocols, and proficiency in MPLS technology, including L2/L3 VPN and traffic engineering.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• College degree in Engineering or a related field and 2-4 years professional level experience; or 6+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in the network and telecom field.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy IP networks adhering to published standards, in support of facility exits or consolidations.
• Publish MOPs, peer-review, and communicate network activity within change control systems, then deploy those planned configuration changes within maintenance windows based on risk assessment.
• Utilize diagnostic tools to baseline, analyze, and resolve network problems efficiently.
• Deploy, optimize, or reclaim IP addressing schemes and subnet allocation in support of backbone and management network routing simplification and efficiency.
• Maintain detailed documentation of network design, configurations, and changes, with a focus on timeliness in cross-departmental project dependencies.
• Prepare reports on network performance, issues, and solutions for management review.
• Lead tasks from conception to completion for IP network-initiated projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and other departments.
• Conduct training sessions to enhance the team's knowledge and skills in IP networking.
• Publish policy, procedure, and technical guides to ensure best-practices are strictly followed.

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree