Network Planner IV

Job Description: Summary:

• Responsible for the sourcing, selection, delivery, and maintenance of Ethernet over optical networks from telecom carriers.
• This role involves extensive collaboration with carriers to ensure optimal path routing and redundancy, as well as managing Wavelength or Ethernet services such as EPL.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work closely with telecommunications carriers to find and secure lit fiber services (Ethernet) that meet specific routing and redundancy requirements.
• Analyze carrier-provided KMZ files to understand routing paths and ensure they meet the organization's redundancy and diversity needs. Recommend changes to improve network reliability.
• Design and implement Ethernet over optical networks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. Create detailed network diagrams and documentation.
• Provide technical support and expertise to resolve carrier-related issues. Answer technical questions from carriers about Ethernet services and ensure seamless integration.
• Manage Ethernet services, including Ethernet Private Line (EPL) and other carrier Ethernet services. Ensure proper configuration and performance of these services.
• Oversee the delivery of circuits from carriers, from initial order through to installation and testing. Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Organize testing of Ethernet handoffs, including performance and reliability testing. Validate that all services meet specified requirements and standards.

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Strong mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.
• Strong ability to identify, interpret and evaluate system and network requirements.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in data processing or related field required.
• Experience with wavelength services (Ethernet) or EPL / Carrier Ethernet.

Mandatory Skills

Bachelor's degree in data processing or related field required. Experience with wavelength services (Ethernet) or EPL / Carrier Ethernet.