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Job Description

GCI's Network Engineer IV will apply engineering principlesto 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. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AT ALL LEVELS :

• 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.

COMPETENCIES :

Additional Job Requirements :

This is an advanced level position and requires a high level of specific discipline expertise and the ability to make technical decisions independently on significant engineering problems and provide technical direction and resolutions to ensure service level commitments are maintained. Required to have knowledge of other Engineering disciplines and will be expected to perform highly complex and diverse duties under challenging deadlines and operating constraints. Must be capable of performing the role of project engineer for major complex projects and provide technical leadership, oversight and mentoring to junior engineers. Considered the subject matter expert and possess an advanced knowledge of how technologies integrate across multiple computing platforms. Expected to design, plan, analyze, and implement complex solutions that integrate projects and operational services across several of the company's business departments. Will review documentation from junior engineers and provide final design specifications to ensure seamless integration into the operational environment. Expert understanding of standard engineering concepts such as high availability, redundancy, reliability and testing, security, and standards. Excellent budget and time management skills to manage multiple complex projects on time and on budget. Ability to lead other engineers on large complex projects. Ability to serve as a technical expert in a particular discipline or disciplines within the company. Excellent time management skills to manage multiple complex projects smoothly and professionally on time and on budget.

Essential Duties for this position :

40% Defines, designs, and implements designs utilizing standard engineering principles and concepts, efficiency, redundancy, availability, security, and scalability and responsible for new systems planning and implementation and supports and manages escalations.

Minimum Qualifications :

Required :

Preferred :

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS :

This position may require access to reliable transportation for occasional travel, such as between retail store locations, offices, worksites, or other locations as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and WORKING CONDITIONS :

The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24 / 7 environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to public health and safety matters or other business emergencies. Due to business needs employees may be contacted outside of the core business hours to respond to an immediate emergency. As such, you will be requested to provide emergency after hours contact numbers, to include your home and cell phone numbers if you have those services. Culture, Engagement, and Connection : 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. EEO : 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. DISCLAIMER : The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All employees of GCI work in support of the GCI Mission Statement and Declaration of Principles which are located on the GCI Career page and Employee portal. PILLAR ADDENDUMS :

CTO Planning & Engineering :

Additional Engineer Job Duties & Disciplines

Provides technical expertise and strategic insight in the planning, development, and implementation of engineering solutions. This role bridges the gap between technology planning, project execution, and system optimization, ensuring that the organization's infrastructure aligns with its long-term goals and innovation strategies.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, systems engineers, and product managers, to design, evaluate, and implement complex technological solutions. Focuses on the technical and strategic planning of engineering initiatives, helping define and deliver projects that enhance the company's technology infrastructure, improve operational efficiency, and drive business growth.

CTO TECHNOLOGY ADDENDUMS :

CTO- Access Engineer :

This role is part of CTO focused on technology related to Transport and Access Engineering.

Protocols & Standards :

xDSL TCP / UDP DOCSIS HFC

802.11 ax / ac / n QoS OSPF DPoE

BGP IS-IS Ethernet CMTS

PON MPLS DLPS

Hardware and Software :

Harmonic Vecima Arris GPON / xPON

CommScope CLI software (putty, secureCRT, etc)

Preferred Certifications :

Nokia NRS CCNP PCNSA SCTE DEP

JNCIP PCNSE CCIE

NSR I / II CCNA JNCIS

JNCIA JNCIE Arris DOCSIS