Senior Network Engineer (Telecommunications)

Frontier Communications•Rochester, NY

23h•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

Verizon recently acquired Frontier and plans to transition non-union Frontier employees into Verizon compensation and benefits programs. This position will be part of that planned transition. Senior Network Engineer (Telecommunications) What we’re seeking: The Data Circuit Provisioning Center team is focused on implementing, verifying and providing a smooth operation of customer line side circuits as it relates to Layer 2 and Layer 3 service delivery platforms. Our responsibility is all inclusive: Provision Ethernet services through Frontier’s network provisioning various network devices; ensuring that network devices are maintained; configuring and troubleshooting the network that supports connectivity to customer NID’s; producing detailed implementation instructions or carrying out required changes to complete tasks/projects; troubleshooting failed installs; changes/improvements requested by management and Engineering and Planning groups; and DCP also update/maintain all network documentation as required. Additionally, the engineer works directly with Centralized Engineering, Provisioning Engineering Project Managers, Regional Engineers and end users to validate the provisioned physical and virtual circuit path. In this in-person role, you will be required to report to either our Rochester, NY location or our Dallas, TX location to complete your work responsibilities (whichever is within a 75-mile radius of your home location).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT, or equivalent work experience is desirable with a minimum of five years.

Nice To Haves

Telecom or Broadband industry-specific experience a plus.
Certifications a plus: CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, VoIP, MEF (Metro-Ethernet Forum).

Responsibilities

Provision Ethernet Virtual Circuits (EVC) throughout the network
Establishes networking environment by verifying design system configurations; guiding UNI system installation, logical documentation, and enforcing policies and standards.
Work tasks by accessing M6 (Metasolve) ticketing system to provision customer circuits.
Daily basis access various web-based programs that aides in the daily function of provisioning in conjunction with M6.
Involved in provisioning customer provided equipment by remote logging and provisioning managed routers and wireless anchor and hotspots controllers.
Have a practical understanding of one piece of the following equipment: Alcatel-Lucent, Adtran, Calix, RAD, Actelis, Canoga Perkins, Cisco.
Have a practical knowledge of the following technology which includes but is not limited: o IPVPN/MPLS, VoIP, Ethernet and Dedicated Internet, Metro-Ethernet, T1/MLPPP. o Cisco Network Routing/Circuit Provisioning.
Ability to comprehend circuit layout record or design layout record by assisting, delegating and interacting with PM and Field Technicians.
Practical knowledge in provisioning VLANs on Layer 2 and be able to identify and properly configure across multifaceted network devices
Technical knowledge of engineering standards, serial and interoffice circuits, and network equipment while data basing the inventory and design system.
Practical knowledge of Metro Ethernet Standards service types: E-Line, E-LAN topologies
In depth knowledge of Quality of Service that addresses Service Level Agreements specifically addresses Y.1564, and RFC 2544.
Technical knowledge of Ethernet Basic Principles.
Practical knowledge of provisioning, implementation, and documentation of complex network and platform configurations.
Technical knowledge in Telecom Network topics: OSI Layers, Ethernet, IP, MPLS, spanning tree, networking, routers, Layer 2 switches, and routers.
Exceptional analytic and troubleshooting skills for solving problems that span multiple domains (applications, network and hardware)
Position requires detailed organization to detail and be highly motivated with and handling multiple projects simultaneously.
Practical knowledge of the following: OSI Network Protocol/layer, Ethernet, HDLC, PPP, MPLS, CDP, LLDP, IPv4, OSPF, UDP, Telnet, ATM, Frame Relay
Demonstrated track record of interfacing with customers and other telecom providers.
Candidate should be 100% professional and capable of effectively communicating (written and verbal) complex issues to audiences with various skill levels, organizational skills, and computer skills particularly around Microsoft Office products.
Interpersonal skills to work within a team environment
Flexibility to work scheduled Projects to meet the demand of our customers as required.

Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 to $110,000
20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year
Day one medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
401k match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation
Tuition Assistance Program
Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance
Employee Resource Groups
Same-sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage
10 weeks of paid parental leave, & a phased return to work program for new parents
Up to $10k in adoption program assistance
3 weeks of paid caregiver leave