Solutions Architect III

Position Description

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Finity is seeking a Solution Architect III to be responsible for the deployment, implementation and migration of new and existing layer 2 and layer 3 network elements across multiple OEM vendor platforms and a wide array of customers in the telecom, public and private sector. The Solution Architect III will be considered a subject matter expert and will support onsite and remote implementation and commissioning and migration of data networks as well as augmenting existing networks.

Vendor experience needed for this role includes a focus on Juniper, Cisco, Nokia and/or Ciena routing solutions. OEM certifications such as JNCIP‑ENT, JNCIS‑ENT, JNCIP‑SP, JNCIS‑SP, CCIE EI, CCNP, Nokia SRA, Ciena CRS‑P or CRS‑C are beneficial. The Solution Architect team designs, builds, and operates global, intelligent network infrastructure to meet the requirements of high availability, scalability, and high‑performance.

• Read and interpret technical product documentation, product change notifications, technical bulletins, and other technical publications.
• Follow procurement procedures to perform network equipment provisioning, commissioning, and testing.
• Discover existing networks, configurations, topologies and technologies to develop a network migration plan, procedures and scripts for activation and migration.
• Create device‑specific configuration scripts and testing scripts and apply them to network devices.
• Perform and lead field teams in network migrations, field testing, and testing of applicable network protocols.
• Communicate with internal and external customers and assist other technicians with troubleshooting and knowledge sharing.
• Maintain and follow documented procedures and processes for upgrading, implementing, and removing facilities within a data network.
• Perform maintenance window work for network augmentations and migrations on high‑risk deployments, including complex routed ring migrations and/or point‑to‑point circuit migrations involving router changes and upgrades.
• Provide system integration and support to various teams and customers to integrate with other network applications and systems.
• Collaborate with team members to drive process improvement and operational excellence.

• 7+ years of experience with a deep understanding of OSI Layer 3 protocols and migration experience, with a general understanding of Layer 1 & 2 technologies including but not limited to long‑haul DWDM transport elements, MPLS routed traffic, fixed fiber access, and metro Ethernet services from design, through integration, test and turn‑up, and operations.
• Creation of network plans, architecture design, detail design, element configurations and scripts, and methods of procedures.
• Expert level understanding of all provisioned protocols (8031, 8032, SONET, MPLS, EVPL, TCP/IP, IPv6, BGP, OSPF, ISIS).
• Familiarity with the Optical layer (including transponders and extensive optical networks).
• Expertise with provisioning and commissioning of vendor equipment:
  • Juniper QFX switch, MX480 and MX960
  • Cisco: 1K, 540, 5501, 55A1, 9K
  • Nokia: 7250 IXRS/IXRE, 7750 SR, 7705 SAR‑8/12
  • Ciena: 5164
• Familiarity with the following systems preferable:
  • Nokia NRS
• Familiarity with VzW systems such as Fuse, CND, NSP, SEV1, SANE, TWAMP; BRIX is a benefit.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support management, negotiation, and problem‑solving functions.
• Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and meet deadlines in high‑pressure scenarios.
• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, lift up to 65 lbs and climb and work while on a ladder up to 8’.
• Self‑motivated, excellent communication and written skills.
• Knowledge of optical transportation, OTN solution, system design, architecture, service delivery and operation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, a closely related technical field, or a comparable amount of hands‑on experience.

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Finity salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. The pay range for this position is…