Principal Network Engineer

Profile

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Job Summary

Responsible for the design, implementation, operational support of the Company internet protocol network. Provides expert-level technical advice and support for real time analysis, design, testing and operations of internet protocol router networks, etc. Acts as a Subject Matter Expert and acts as a cross-functional liaison. Plans, directs and evaluates projects.

Job Description

Do you like network engineering? Are you passionate about reliable and programmable networks? Would you like to work on projects with tangible impact?

Be a part of a team of engineers leading innovation in network programmability for one of the largest Internet Service Providers in the world. As a member of a team of highly experienced engineers, accountable for the design, development and availability of Comcast’s Core Network, you will challenge your technical skills and be a part of uncharted territory in network innovation.

The Comcast T&P Principal CRAN Network Engineer for the Core Integration Team will primarily be responsible for the infrastructure and core routing design of all Converged Regional Area Networks (CRANs). Additional duties will include advanced performance engineering, real time analysis and optimization of the existing CRAN. Each Comcast CRAN combines the following services – voice, video, data and business services - onto a single converged IP infrastructure.

Core Responsibilities:

Provides technical leadership and directions as a primary technical resource on internet protocol router network technologies.

Analyzes internet protocol network design and traffic flows for network optimization.

Configures routing to efficiently distribute customer traffic.

Analyzes traffic engineering data to forecast network capacity requirements.

Follows Engineering design life cycle with proper documentation ensuring that all detailed designs adhere to network standards.

Develops test and acceptance criteria for internet protocol networks. Provides technical support for internet protocol network problems.

Provides technical training to technicians and other operations/engineering groups on current and future technology.

Builds and maintains ongoing relationships with the regions and local markets.

Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.

Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience:

BS degree required in Computer Science/Information Technology/other technology related field or equivalent work experience

10 years of hands-on IP router/switch/telephony customer premises equipment

Aptitude and experience with programming the network versus configuring networks.

Strong understanding of the high level design criteria for managing large data/voice communications networks in a decentralized environment

CCNP/JNCIP or CCIE/JNCIE certified or equivalent on-the-job experience

Expert understanding of IP routing (ISIS and BGP) and switching (Ethernet).

Specific knowledge of Cisco and Juniper routers, especially ASR, MX, NCS and 7600 series is preferred. Broad knowledge of Cisco and Juniper configurations.

Expert understanding of IPv4, IPv6, Multicast and QOS

Advanced knowledge of MPLS.

Strong scripting skills desired, in any of the following languages: Python, Perl, Unix, PHP, and MySQL

Extremely organized individual with the ability to manage multiple project, lead and/or participate on multiple project teams

Solid business skills to effectively interact with internal business units and external vendors.

Additional experience in server based technology, such as Unix/Linux is a plus.

Employees at all levels are expected to:

Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.

Own the customer experience - think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.

Know your stuff - be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.

Win as a team - make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.

Be an active part of the Net Promoter System - a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company - by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.

Drive results and growth.

Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.

Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.

Disclaimer:

This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Relevant Work Experience

10 Years

Salary:

Pay Range: $116,840.13 - $175,260.20

Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience.

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary (https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits) on our careers site for more details.

Company info

Comcast
Website : http://corporate.comcast.com