IT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior | WAN Engineering

As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer specializing in WAN Engineering , you will play a critical role in designing, deploying, and managing our wide area network (WAN) infrastructure.

Your expertise will ensure the stability, scalability, and performance of our network, supporting the connectivity needs of our organization.

What your day would be like :

You are responsible for :

• Network Design and Deployment : Lead the design and deployment of robust and scalable WAN solutions, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability.
• Configuration and Maintenance : Configure and maintain WAN infrastructure, implementing best practices to enhance network stability and efficiency.
• Performance Monitoring : Proactively monitor network performance, identifying and resolving issues to maintain seamless connectivity.
• Troubleshooting and Support : Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for WAN-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quick resolution.
• Continuous Improvement : Evaluate and implement new technologies and solutions to continuously improve our WAN infrastructure.
• Technical : Knowledge of TDM communication technologies (JungleMUX, SONET, PremiSys) and packet based communications (Nokia, Juniper, Cisco);

infrastructure management tools and monitoring tools; solution sizing for hardware / software platforms; industry standard security requirements and designs.

The kinds of people we want to talk to have done many of the following :

• Extensive Experience : Proven experience in designing, deploying, and managing WAN infrastructure, with a strong understanding of network protocols and technologies.
• Technical Expertise : Deep knowledge of WAN technologies and best practices, with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Performance Optimization : Ability to monitor and optimize network performance, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Collaboration Skills : Strong ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, providing advanced technical support and guidance.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset : Passion for staying current with emerging technologies and implementing innovative solutions.

Location-Based Role :

This position requires employees to work at the (Location), with some flexibility. Flexibility will be determined with the hires employee and leadership, but the ultimate decision is the company's.

Minimum Requirements

Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer

• Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
• AND seven (7) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Requires in-depth level of technical knowledge within microwave engineering and communication network engineering.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications

Knowledge of TDM communication technologies (JungleMUX, SONET, PremiSys) and packet based communications (Nokia, Juniper, Cisco);

infrastructure management tools and monitoring tools; solution sizing for hardware / software platforms; industry standard security requirements and designs.

• Microwave engineering experience with Nokia, Alcatel-Lucent, and / or Aviat hardware.
• Skilled in frequency coordination and analysis, tower loading, and budgeting pertaining to microwave location builds.
• Ability to develop and write technical documentation; evaluate and test emerging technologies.

Major Accountabilities

1. Performs the most complex duties of the technical infrastructure team

2. Leads architecture, design, analysis, implementation, and operations of infrastructure

3. Develops, recommends, and implements complex infrastructure solutions

4. Leads the planning, designing, and execution of testing

5. Ensures infrastructure scalability and security within the organization

6. Reviews plans to manage the frequency of support package / patch application

7. Applies highly developed specialized knowledge and skills in Infrastructure

8. Evaluates and tests emerging technologies

9. Recognized as the most experienced and knowledgeable infrastructure engineer within the organization

10. Provides guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within field of infrastructure engineering

11. Typically responsible for managing major / complex projects across the enterprise at this level, involving delegation