Network Implementation Engineer

The Implementation Engineer stands between the project manager design engineer and operations. They support initiatives as they transition between design implementation and operations. They are active in all phases as an SME to support solve program and facilitates decision making. The goal is to help the orderly and timely execution of projects and initiatives in an optimal strategic and low risk way.

The technology areas of focus for the role includes:

• Data Center and end user networks public and private Network Transport and Optical systems and emerging technologies (SwitchedEthernet LTE etc.)
• Corporate/Branch and Building Networking including Wireless
• Knowledge in related technology areas such as Voice and Voice over IP (VoIP) solutions is a plus
• Network Appliance Video and Unified Communications knowledge are important

Key Responsibilities:

• Candidate must understand how designs turn into Implementations that are based upon standards and defined strategies
• Works with Design and Architecture Engineering in a knowledge sharing capacity in support of the teams adoption and successful delivery of technology (new) systems or process changes
• Plays a strong role in project delivery lifecycle management. Partners with the Design Engineering team to create Detailed Implementation Plans for all design Test and Accept criteria BackOut and Validation plans and procedures. Adheres to Project CloseOut practices such as asset tracking inventories chargeback documentation and the related systems tools and process updates
• The Implementation Engineer stands between the project manager design engineer and operations. They support initiatives as they transition between design implementation and operations. They are active in all phases as an SME to support solve program and facilitates decision making. The goal is to help the orderly and timely execution of projects and initiatives in an optimal strategic and low risk way
• Role performs Q/A function prior to every implementation project. Reviews a design and understands how it is based upon standards and how it matches to the commission details (installation turnup)
• Any questions must be reviewed with the Design Engineer

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 9 years experience in Data Networkingrelated disciplines in design operate and implementation services
• Cloud or SDN knowledge and experience
• Strong CISCO NSO experience and general experience in Network Automation tools and processes
• Design Implementation Support Data Center SDN; ACI/NSX Arista CloudVision
• Design Implementation Support SDWAN is required preferred if on Cloudgenix
• Strong Automation Skills Expect Rancid REST/SOAP
• Software development experience should think like a software developer
• Strong knowledge of Network Security
• Adhere to global design authority processes and procedures
• Demonstrate good computer skills and the use of various applications such as MS Office MS Visio
• Ability to assemble professional documents and artifacts
• Have extensive knowledge and experience using (both reactively and productive) advanced tooling. It includes but is not limited to Sniffer/wire Shark Prognosis Scripting SolarWinds HP NA/OpsWare/OpenView
• Application experience with an innovation mindset and how it impacts how engineering work gets done is important
• Coding and application design experience
• Responsible for the quality of the service outputs of his/her work
• Voice/VoIP/UC and Video knowledge (understanding of VoIP/UC systems (i.e. Cisco CUCM AVAYA Communications Manager Microsoft LYNC and Skype for Business)
• Experience in process reengineering and work styles such as ITIL Six Sigma MOF/MSF
• Organized and detail oriented; must have a strong technical acumen

Desired Skills:

• Leadership: Selfstarter selfdirected and shows initiative
• Focused on execution delivery and commitment to dates
• Can tie strategy and actions to business impact and results
• Demonstrates ownership: Is accountable and can hold others accountable (professionally)
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to communicate and influence upward as well as laterally
• Crisis Management experience
• Ability to partner with others for the good of the initiative
• Bachelors degree in engineering computer science related field and or technical training
• Wireless LAN: Aruba preferred
• Industry Certifications in CCDP CCNA CCNP and CCIE
• Associated certifications JUNOS/JNCP Arista Cisco CCVP and CCIPVoice
• Strong skills in Scripting required; Python Ansible PowerShell
• Strong Automation Skills Expect Rancid REST/SOAP
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Strong background in IT service delivery role (engineering support for projects)
• Experience in various equipment manufacturers including but not limited to CISCO Juniper Arista Brocade EMC
• Financial services (Insurance Banking Investment banking)
• Knowledge and experience in Software and Systems Application and design (Linux UNIX etc.)
• Has participated in design and/or implementation of major IT projects