Principal Engineer II

Company: SPECTRUM
Location: Englewood
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

The Charter Technical Engineering Center ( CTEC ) facilities in Englewood, CO oversee s the design and architecture of Charter's multi-billion dollar network infrastructure. We investigate, select, develop, and integrate technologies and solutions that meet the needs of the company for short, medium and long term initiatives. This includes the delivery of the technology plan and future architecture for Voice, Video, Data, Optical, Commercial, Cloud, CPE, Network and Access. JOB SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to work with the Advanced Engineering team and assist in the design and standardization of network solutions for Spectrum. T he position is responsible for engineering activities that maintain and enhance the company's telecommunications and signal processing hardware, software and electrical systems. Works closely with technical operations staff on system design and configuration. Requires advanced technical and design skills. Collaborates with the design teams and advises team leaders. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Actively and consistently support all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Assigned complex and critical projects that involve several technical systems and constituents
• Designs, implements, monitors, enhances and troubleshoots systems in assigned areas.
• Integrates and schematically depicts communication architectures, topologies, hardware, software, transmission and signaling links and protocols into complete network configurations.
• Evaluates new products, performs network problem resolution.
• Develop and document technical standards, while testing and reviewing system designs
• Develops and implements approved methods of procedure.
• Designs and establishes protocol compatibility standards, develops and implements network enhancements and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Works on projects/ systems/issues of medium to high complexity surrounding network planning, configuration and optimization.
• Analyzes and revises existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary.
• Provides Engineering Technical support and guidance to regional personnel and ensure all technical integration, changes, standards and documentation are met.
• Works on one or more projects as a project team lead.
• Mentors and guides the work of senior technical staff.
• Reviews work plans and designs and advises on improvements.
• Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.
• Knows, understands and follows company policy.
• Performs other duties as requested by supervisor. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
  • Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent demonstrated work experience in an engineering related field
  • Requires a minimum of ten - fifteen years working experience in data network services and network architectures
  • CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent industry certification required, CCDE preferred
  • Knowledge of company products and services preferred
  • Current industry and vendor specific certifications and training is required SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
    • Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner
    • Ability to use personal computer and software applications
    • Master level data networking knowledge (OSI Model, TCP/IP, Optical Transport)
    • Ability to work in a team environment
    • Master level knowledge of related industry specifications and standards IEEE, ANSI, Fiber (Multimode, Single mode, UTP, etc.), Bridging, Switching, Routing, Ethernet and Transport technologies and protocols
    • Master level knowledge in network design, network architecture, protocols and network topology including traffic generation and lab network testing tools
    • Master knowledge in using ticketing and software tools to support the current operations.
    • Master level knowledge of network devices and network appliances
    • Master level knowledge of network designing software, such as Visio
    • Ability to perform duties in a very fast pace environment and ability to learn new technology quickly
    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office WORKING CONDITIONS:
      
      
      • Hybrid Office Environment
      • Typing and reading on a computer, talking on telephone, moving objects and materials as necessary
      • Primarily will work inside office environment
      • Occasionally may work in a network lab / data center environment
      • Occasional travel as required #LI-LYR EGN701 311626 311626BR Here, employees don't just have jobs, they build careers. That's why we believe in offering a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supports all aspects of their well-being, and delivers real value at every stage of life. The pay for this position has a salary range of $120,700.00 to $213,900.00 . The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and location. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses.

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