Packet and Voice Engineer

Company Description Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

The Packet and Voice Engineer will be part of an optimization team that focuses on migrations to reduce cost and grooms customer and network circuits when required for real estate network projects. Responsibilities Provision customer and network services in routers, data switches, voice switching platforms and transport equipment. Perform maintenance window grooming of customer and network circuits in support of optimization efforts. In-depth analysis on networks to reduce space, power and off-net costs. Develop plans for optimal use of network infrastructure.

Configure, test, and turn up new network devices and decommission legacy equipment. Provide support to field operations, NOC and other internal and external groups as needed. Audit network database inventory to identify impacted equipment and facilities for optimization and site vacate projects. Performs other related duties or projects as assigned. Qualifications At least five (5) years of experience with Ethernet, VoIP and Voice switching. Experience supporting carrier-grade Ethernet and IP services, including DIA, IP VPN, Ethernet, and WAN connectivity.

Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting VLANs, 802.1Q trunking, Layer 2 switching, and Layer 3 routing. Understanding of QoS, traffic classification, marking, queuing, shaping, and policing in IP networks. Familiarity with network equipment and operating systems from vendors such as Cisco, Adtran, or equivalent platforms. In depth understanding of voice features and products including SIP, PRI, CAS, GR303 and business lines. Strong knowledge of Voice networks including Metaswitch.

Excellent customer management skills (verbal and written) including prioritization, risk analysis, conflict management/resolution. Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of functional teams, and strong interpersonal skills for supporting and advising sales teams on proper systems and process. Strong attention to detail, superb organizational skills, and ability to multi-task and prioritize. Ability to work across functional boundaries. Solve practical problems and deal with several variables in dynamic situations.

Ability to be flexible in work schedule and to meet strict deadlines under minimal supervision. Education Bachelor's degree in a related field, equivalent work experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. Estimated base salary range: $77,100 - $118,600 USD/annually Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Zayo will not provide, transfer, or assume sponsorship for any employment visa or work authorization for this position now or in the future.

#LI-Remote The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off. The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled. Benefits, Rewards & Wellness Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Teamwork is how we get things done, whether it’s our focus on exceeding customer expectations or celebrating and growing our unique and dynamic culture. Our employees are driven and committed, with many options to connect and engage in our inclusive environment. Welcome Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.