Network Engineer

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides support and input on designs of the AT&T Mobility 5G production network.
• Develops, documents, and analyzes overall 5G and NextGen Core architecture of systems, including application and software.
• Determines integrated architecture solutions that meet performance, usability, scalability, reliability, and security needs.
• Coordinates design and integration of total system including subsystems.
• Researches and recommends technology to improve the current systems.

Network Design & Implementation

• Design, configure, and deploy network solutions for telecommunications services.

Performance Optimization

• Perform regular network assessments, identifying opportunities for improvements in speed, scalability, and security.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and reports for network performance, outages, and changes.
• Ensure network changes are properly documented and communicated.

Collaboration

• Work closely with various Engineers and other internal support teams to ensure optimal network performance.

Troubleshooting & Support

• Provide technical support in diagnosing and resolving complex network issues.
• Assist with troubleshooting for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve issues in a timely manner to minimize downtime.

Compliance & Standards

• Adhere to industry best practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with telecommunications standards and protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in network engineering within the telecommunications industry.
• Familiarity with cloud technologies and SDN (Software-Defined Networking) is a plus.
• Industry certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIA, or CompTIA Network preferred.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze and resolve complex network issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration and documentation.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy in network design and implementation.
• Proactive and adaptable to evolving technologies in the telecommunications industry.
• Proficiency interacting with Unix-like operating systems, particularly Linux.
• MS Office Suite, with a strong use of Excel.