[Hiring] Network Engineer IV @GCI Communication Corp

Role Description

GCI's Network Engineer IV will apply engineering principles to multiple sub-groups within the Technology Solutions internal departments; responsible for architectural design, development, implementation, and support within the company and/or between business departments that follow telecommunication industry standards using engineering principles.

• Ensures the integrity of high availability network infrastructure to provide maximum performance in design, implementation, and support.
• Able to understand GCI standard engineering concepts of availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security.
• Able to identify opportunities for continuous improvement of the current network and/or systems facilities.
• Maximizes performance using network monitoring tools, troubleshooting network and/or system outages, scheduling updates, and collaborating with architects on optimization.
• Maintains professional skillset by participating in educational opportunities, technical organizations, reading professional publications, and personal use of technology.
• Provides detailed reports on network operational status, and milestones related to project completion.
• Capable of remote site support for off-site personnel and customers.
• Coordinates with project management and engineering teams on a regular basis. Supports and manages escalation events. Develops and updates documentation and support materials. Mentors junior engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

• A combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Technologies, Electrical Engineering, or relevant field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in progressive engineering in information technology, design and implementation using engineering principles, complex project management within telecommunications including technology insertion, or related background.

Requirements

• Experience within the telecommunications industry.
• Other telecom industry or job specific certifications.
• This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel, such as between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

Company Description

At GCI, we foster an environment where the unique perspectives of our employees, customers, and fellow Alaskans are celebrated. We add value to our community by nurturing and empowering each member of our workforce, ensuring equal opportunities for every Trailblazer.

• GCI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other status or classification protected under applicable state or federal law.