We build and operate fiber networks and provide transformative multi-Gigabit internet access to homes and businesses in small and medium-sized communities across the Southeast and Midwest U.S. www.GoKinetic.com **_________________________________________________________** **About This Role:** IP Network Engineer responsible for IP Network standards and optimization of Uniti’s IP/MPLS network. This Engineer also performs technical analysis, design preparation, and technical review for new implementations, upgrades, and/or services. You will be expected to assist with automation of our Network Engineering processes. You will also be responsible for providing engineering level support to Network Operations teams as it relates to potential network design improvements. **What You’ll Do:** + Execute configuration changes and software issues fixes + Implement the IP/MPLS network covering the installations, testing & handover + Assist in the definition and process for the handover acceptance for new implementation of devices and circuits + Proactively perform corrective maintenance for IP/MPLS network + Contact vendors for support and faulty equipment replacement + Review network design, highlight issues and recommend enhancements/changes + Produce periodic reports about the network activities, network performance and capacity + Analyze complex network issues and provide solutions + Author, review and evaluate all Uniti technical documents related to IP/MPLS network + Author, review and update Uniti network documentation covering the drawings, technical documents and as-built documents + Execute the plans of preventive maintenance tasks + Assist in the development and execution of plans for network integration + Develop automation and other internal systems and tools to assist in the care and feeding of the IP/MPLS network and integration activities + Provide escalation support for complex network problems and customer issues, including on-call support **Do You Have?** + Subject Matter Expert on one or more technologies and/or vendor platforms + Strong leadership skills on projects and in high stress scenarios + Ability to maintain a large IP network with complex network technology + BNG design experience in large ISP environment + Excellent TCP/ IP networking skills + Strong understanding of telecom networks + Experience with MPLS technology including L2/L3 VPN and traffic engineering + Experience with Segment Routing + Excellent skills in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco/Juniper/Nokia routers and switches + Experience with routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS and BGP) + Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills + Familiarity with various operating systems and server platforms is a plus + Ability to create scripts in Python or other languages is a plus **Minimum** **Requirements** : + Bachelors’ degree in Computer/Communication/Electrical Engineering or equivalent + Minimum eleven (11) years of experience in network and telecom field + 9-11 years professional level experience; or 11+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. The starting compensation range for this job is $105,600 to $141,300. **_________________________________________________________** **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 Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, 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:** Uniti, 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 Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. _If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements._ **Notice to Applicants:** Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to criminal background check, drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. A prior criminal record will NOT automatically disqualify a candidate but will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering a number of factors, including but not limited to the nature and specific duties of the position. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination. **Job Details** **Job Family** **Engineering** **Job Function** **Multi Discipline** **Pay Type** **Salary**