Engineer III at GREENVILLE

Join our team and take your career to the next level. Windstream is a communications and technology solutions provider with operations in 48 states and the District of Columbia, generating about $6 billion in annual revenues. We provide IP-based voice and data services, MPLS networking, data center and managed hosting services and communication systems to businesses and government agencies. Windstream also delivers broadband, digital phone and high-definition TV services to residential customers primarily in rural areas and we operate a local and long-haul fiber optic network spanning 100,000 route miles.

The successful candidates primary responsibilities include the design, testing, and expansion of the Windstream VoIP network and services. Supported services consist of Hosted PBX, SIP Trunking, IAD/ATA based analog and digital services, and carrier SIP Peering.

Implements and budgets cost effective, scalable, reliable, and manageable network solutions
Manages network expansion/conversion/decommission VoIP projects of significant scope
Interfaces with Product Marketing to define and deliver new products, services, and functionality
Identifies necessary network changes, validates proposed changes through testing, develops/submits a detailed work plan, and interfaces with the VoIP Engineering and Operations groups to successfully implement these changes on the production network
Evaluates prospective vendors and technologies through lab testing and thorough analysis for inclusion in the Windstream VoIP network.
Other job related duties as needed/assigned

 Requirements
Thorough understanding of Layer2/3 VPNs, MPLS, Metro Ethernet and LAN switching experience
Expert understanding of SIP, MGCP, and H.248 signaling protocols and RTP, SRTP media transmissions
Strong grasp of traditional telephony concepts including time-division-multiplexing, SONET, DWDM, Q.931, robbed bit signaling, SS7 signaling, Class III/IV/V switching, AIN, and TCAP database services.
3+ Years experience in a Network Engineering role for an Internet Telephony Service Provider (ITSP)
3+ years experience with VoIP Network Design
Demonstrated knowledge of key VoIP and systems security concepts including TLS, IPSec, and SSL.
Demonstrated knowledge of one or more engineering disciplines and vendor equipment
Strong knowledge of accepted engineering practices
Expert understanding of TCP/IP and IP routing fundamentals
Demonstrated understanding of LAN/WAN fundamentals
Solid understanding of Linux and Solaris operating systems and ability to perform shell scripting
Strong computer software knowledge including Microsoft Office applications
Ability to stay current with economic and technological developments in the industry

Minimum Education and Experience: College degree in Engineering or a related field and 3-5 years professional level experience; or 7+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required.

Desired Experience:
3+ years experience troubleshooting IP Phones, ATAs, and/or IADs in an Enterprise LAN environment
1+ years experience with WAN routing and/or LAN switching experience
5+ years experience with VoIP core equipment including Session Border Controllers, Soft-switches, Media Gateways, Application Feature Servers, and Signaling Gateways.
1+ years experience with designing and deploying IMS-based architectures

Certifications/Licenses:
Cisco CCNP/CCDP/CCIE-Voice preferred

Educational Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Dues Reimbursement

Career Development and Training

Paid Time Off

Vacation

Holidays

Health Insurance

Medical and Dental Insurance Options

Prescription Drug Plan and Vision Coverage

Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Plans

401(k) Plan With Employer Match

Experience the benefits of a growing company
For all that you put into your job, you deserve the best in return. From a friendly, team-based environment to progressive salaries and health plans, our benefits work hard for you. See for yourself.

Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing. EOE/AAP Employer.

There is no relocation package offered for this position.
We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to grow your career within an excellent working environment.
WINDSTREAM IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Country: USA, State: South Carolina, City: GREENVILLE, Company: Windstream.