**QUALIFICATIONS:** + Must have at least 7 years of experience designing, deploying, and implementing TELCO/Service Provider technologies. + Advanced knowledge of Cisco hardware/software: IOS XR, NX-OS, NCS5500/540, ASR9K, ISR4K, etc. + Expertise in automation tools (Python, Ansible, Terraform) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). + Proficiency in routing and switching protocols (BGP, ISIS, OSPF, EVPN, L3VPN, Segment Routing, ). + Experience with network security technologies, QoS, SD-WAN solutions, and data center design. + Competent and confident in ability to modify running configuration of production communications service provider (non-enterprise) network devices of the following operating systems and hardware product families: + Nokia SR OS (24.x+): + 7750 SR (Nokia FP4 and FP5 Chipsets) + 7250 IXR (Qumran and Jericho Chipsets) + Ciena SA OS (10.9+): + 5164 (Qumran) + Cisco IOS XR (7.4.x+): + NCS5500 (Jericho+) + NCS5700 (Jericho 2/2C+) + NCS540 (Qumran) + Must be able to infer physical (Layer 1) reality from imperfect and partial information relayed by field resources and device reported state (incorrect or incomplete fiber cross connects, incorrect transceivers, inadequate power, etc). + Must have ability to lead maintenance window (local 12-6a) and direct field “smart hands” resources as required to complete scope + Must be able to professionally represent WWT in front of customer **REQUIREMENTS:** + Related degree in computer science or electrical engineering and/or ten years equivalent network engineering experience. + Highly preferred certifications or display experience at expert level: + Cisco CCIE Service Provider + Cisco DevNet Expert + Nokia Service Routing Architect (SRA) + Juniper JNCIE-SP + Hands-on experience in large-scale network automation and policy deployment. + Proficiency in compliance, auditing, and remediation using tools like Splunk, NSO, and CX-Cloud. + Familiarity with deploying and managing enterprise environments. + Understand WAN/LAN and transport technologies (Ethernet, DMVPN, WAAS and MPLS). + Configuration management of networking devices using automation tools (APIC-EM, Cisco Catalyst Center - DNAC) and API scripting with Python preferred. + Cisco partner post sales consulting experience strongly preferred. + Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required. + Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills with the ability to work well in a collaborative environment. + Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail. + Able to effectively prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment. + Strong customer service orientation with proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. + Related degree in computer science or electrical engineering and/or five years equivalent network engineering experience. + Up to 15-25% regional travel **Want to learn more about Infrastructure Services? 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