Principal Systems Architect II

Company: SPECTRUM
Location: Englewood
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

The Charter Technical Engineering Center (CTEC) facilities in Englewood, CO oversees 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
Responsible for engineering activities that maintain and enhance the company's telecommunications and signal processing hardware, software and communications systems. Works with technical operations staff on system design and configuration. Works with design and testing teams and advises team leaders.

The candidate must also have HFC & PON access system architecture, troubleshooting, and testing skills that enable the successful creation of system requirement documents, design documents, migration strategies, and strategic roadmaps. The position requires knowledge in DOCSIS PHY & MULPI specifications especially in relation to DOCSIS 3.1 and DOCSIS 4.0 as well as PON technologies. The candidate is preferred to have experience in cloud, microservices, virtualization, Kubernetes upgrades, database management, and edge-compute architectures. The candidate must show track record of leadership and innovation in the cable industry via previously published technical papers and granted patents. The candidate must be able to clearly communicate in writing as well as verbally, properly represent Charter in Cablelabs and SCTE standards bodies, and write technical papers for conferences in the cable industry. Data analytics skills are required to process data for field issues and create executive reports with recommendations for solutions and enhanced performance.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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.

Analyzes and revises existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary.

Tests and reviews system designs.

Provides Engineering Technical support and guidance to regional personnel and ensure all technical integration, changes, standards and documentation are met.

Mentors and guides the work of senior technical staff.

Reviews work plans and designs and advises on improvements.

Adheres to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.

Knows, understands and follows company policy.

Performs other duties as requested by manager.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
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
HFC & PON access system architecture, troubleshooting, and testing skills that enable the successful creation of system requirement documents, design documents, migration strategies, and strategic roadmaps
Knowledge in DOCSIS PHY & MULPI specifications especially in relation to DOCSIS 3.1 and DOCSIS 4.0 as well as PON technologies.
Advanced knowledge of related industry specifications and standards IEEE, ANSI, Fiber (Multimode, Single mode, UTP, etc.), Bridging, Switching, Routing, Ethernet and Transport technologies and protocols
Advanced knowledge in network design, network architecture, protocols and network topology
Advanced knowledge in TCP/IP and the OSI Model
Advanced knowledge in using ticketing and software tools to support the current operations.
Advanced knowledge of network devices and basic network appliances
Advanced 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
Ability to use personal computer and software applications

Required Education
Masters or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field or related work experience

Required Related Work Experience and Number of Years
Engineering work experience - 10-15
Project management work experience - 10-15

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Experience in cloud, microservices, virtualization, Kubernetes upgrades, database management, and edge-compute architecture

Preferred Education
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
Industry and vendor specific certifications and training preferred (Cisco, Juniper, Alcatel-Lucent, etc.)

WORKING CONDITIONS
Hybrid office environment (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

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Here, employees don't just have jobs, they build careers. That's why we believe in offering a comprehensive 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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