Senior Design Specialist

Join us to build the future of telecommunications and drive innovation in an industry-defining environment.

Our Team And What We’ll Accomplish Together

Join our team and be at the forefront of telecommunications innovation with TELUS' Core Network Engineering (CNE). Our team plays a pivotal role in deploying TELUS' national core network infrastructure, including cutting-edge 5G and advanced wireline solutions. We are currently undergoing a transformative journey, integrating pioneering technologies such as Software-Defined Networking (SDN), Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), and Automation.

As a passionate technologist with an innovative mindset, you will significantly contribute to our established team's evolution. You will drive the simplification of user experiences and ensure the reliability and efficiency of next-generation network infrastructures. Your commitment to detail and proficiency in automation will play a crucial role in TELUS’ digital transformation.

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with national teams comprising highly skilled Network and Dev Ops Engineers.
• Develop and deploy fully automated network solutions utilizing TELUS’ Automation Framework.
• Apply software development and artificial intelligence expertise to transition CNE to on-demand service delivery models.
• Lead complex network implementations, migrations, capacity expansions, and operating system upgrades on IP Core Network devices.
• Mentor, coach, and guide CNE-IP Scrum Teams, fostering professional growth and excellence.
• Provide expert technical and operational leadership, advising both CNE-IP teams and associated project groups.
• Perform logical configuration and management of IP Core Network devices, including Juniper, Nokia, and Cisco routers/switches.

Qualifications

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python programming and familiarity with data modeling formats such as YANG, JSON, and YAML.
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Git Lab, Git Hub) and CI/CD pipeline tools (ArgoCD, Git Lab CI).
• Expertise with SDN Controllers and orchestration platforms (Cisco NSO, Nokia NSP).
• Solid understanding of network protocols and SDN-specific technologies (Open Flow, PCEP, NETCONF, RESTCONF).
• Comprehensive knowledge of networking protocols such as BGP and ISIS.
• Creative and analytical mindset, committed to enhancing user experiences.
• Demonstrated ownership and results-driven approach.

Great to haves

• Familiarity with virtualization and containerization technologies, including NFV, Open Stack, Kubernetes, and Docker.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, Telecommunications, and Utilities