Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.
• Kinetic is a premier internet solutions provider on a mission to deliver ultra-fast, reliable internet to consumers and small businesses across the U.S., helping them Internet better™.
• Windstream Enterprise is a leading managed services provider providing strategic communications and security products to mid-size businesses and enterprise clients.
• Windstream Wholesale provides high-capacity, high-performance networking solutions and services to other telecom carriers, data centers, content providers and enterprises.
The Windstream team provides innovative software and network solutions to connect people and empower business in a world of infinite possibilities!
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About the Role
As a Sr Broadband Engineer, you will be developing efficient and cost-effective network solutions to provide direction to other Engineering and Implementation teams, contributing directly to development of a forward-looking network infrastructure and evaluating state-of-the-art broadband electronics to provide advanced telecommunication services to Windstream’s customers. This is a remote position and can sit anywhere in the United States.
What You’ll Do
• Develop and execute test plans for existing and new broadband equipment such as DSLAM/OLTs and ONT/ONU
• Work in a lab environment with access 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 routing platforms and IP protocols at the BNG layer
• Analyze issues from support/engineering/field teams related to DSLAM/OLT
• 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
• Experience with various protocols used in Broadband services, 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 on network platforms including DSLAM/OLT, BNG, ethernet switches, IP routers is essential
• Communicating daily 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
• Less than 5% travel
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, FTTP, Ethernet, IP technologies in large scale networks
• Previous experience planning or engineering networked facilities including uplinks and customer facing components
• Solid understanding of access network design principles including physical and logical topologies, uplink sizing, port capacity, and bandwidth management
• Working knowledge of Ethernet-based BBDLC and DSLAM equipment platforms for the delivery of voice, broadband, and video services
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
• 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
• 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
• Experience with large scale DHCP management and highly scalable BNG platforms is a plus
• Understanding of electrical principles used in DC power plants is a plus
Minimum Requirements:
• College degree in Engineering or related field and 4+ years relevant work experience, or 10+ years equivalent work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
The starting compensation range for this job is $90,700 to $121,400.
Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting and
Stationary: Continuously: 67-100% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching:
Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching: Occasionally: 0-33%
|Lifting -Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | Repetitive Hand Action: Medium
Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66%
Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-
100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office
Supplies, Copier
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Our 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
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
• https://windstreambenefits.com
Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, 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 Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email [email protected] as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
