Sr. Network Designer

Our Technology team wakes up every day with one goal in mind - connecting Canadians to the people and things that matter most. Together, we are proud to support 30 million Canadians each month through managing a robust portfolio that champions leading-edge technology. We drive large-scale, complex, and high-visibility technology projects and programs that shape the future of technology in Canada and expand connectivity from coast to coast. If you are interested in being a part of this, consider applying for the following opportunity:

Who we’re looking for:

Imagine working for an exciting Team where employees are committed to meeting big challenges and making a real difference. 
Reporting to the Manager, Engineering – Wireless Data Rating and Policy, we are looking for the Senior Network Designer who will be the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) to drive the design, development, testing, engineering, implementation and evolution for Wireless Data Policy, DNS, DPI, Subscriber Profile Data Repository & Management and Cable Provisioning platforms to a cloud native environment.  If the following appeals to you, then we want to hear from you.

What you’ll do:

• Take full accountability and ownership in all standard DevOps deliverables (design, integration, testing, troubleshooting) for wireless data Policy platforms, including but not limited to the following:  
• Policy and Charging Platforms: TDF, DPI, Charging 
• Subscriber profile Data Repository and Management Platforms .
• Cloud Native (Docker/K8s) and hypervisor based NFV environments and associated cloud tools .
•  Design, integrate and deploy next generation cloud native network functions based on Docker and Kubernetes (K8s), including in-depth understanding of container and VM lifecycles, connectivity, storage . 
• Utilize cloud and virtualization tools to automate workflows, CNF/VNF platform lifecycle management, issue troubleshooting, integration validation, end to end testing, and KPI reporting. 
• Author technical engineering documentation (eg. Engineering Design Specification Documents, Acceptance Test Plans, Work orders and Method of Procedures (MoP) which facilitates configuration changes, software/hardware upgrades, validations, E2E service testing and platform integration. 
•  Assess technical requirements, solutions designs and provide engineering analysis, requirements and costs for the implementation and deployment of new services and platforms. 
• Manage Vendor relationships to complete their deliverables of the solution. (eg. review of quotes, scope of work documents, solution requirements, design specifications, acceptance test plans, MOPs, and roadmap of platform evolution). 
•  Co-ordinate and work closely with peer departments (eg. Project Management, Network Operations, Network Planning, Product Development, IT, Engineering, Technology Development, etc…) for end-to-end service integration and implementation. 
• Provide engineering input for technical solutions related to the deployment of new services and technology. 
•  Perform lab design, implementation, and validation to simulate changes in a controlled environment prior to production rollout. 
• Provide troubleshooting support to Operations and peer technical teams. 
• Conduct what-if simulations and bottleneck analysis to quantify the impact on network as a result of new services and technologies rolled out on network. 
• Prepare presentations and reports to management as required. 
• Work in a tight, highly motivated, team environment taking on leadership responsibility when necessary.

What you bring?

• Minimum 5+ years of technical experience across Wireless Networks and Cloud 
• Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on cloud computing experience.  
• In depth knowledge of Any-G Wireless Core: 5GC/LTE/3G call flows and 3GPP architecture and its deployment and integration in large-scale carrier environments 
• IP/networking (including Cloud Spine/Leaf), OSS, BSS (online charging, provisioning), Policy/PCF/PCRF 
• Expert-level knowledge of 3GPP, ETSI and IEEE industry standards 
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, microservices, edge computing, orchestration, CI/CD pipeline integration and workflow automation in a cloud environment. 
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for Cloud/IT Infrastructure are required.  
• Experience with containerizing legacy applications into cloud native functions.  
• Cloud certifications with Azure, AWS, and/or GCP would be an asset.  
• Experience with Splunk, Grafana, Prometheus, Jaeger, EFK or ELK stack, software defined networking (SDN) as applicable to Wireless Packet Core 
• Scripting (python, shell) and sysadmin skills on Linux environments: a strong asset 
• University Degree or equivalent in engineering/computer science discipline. 
• Core Competencies include Innovative and Creative thinking, Problem Solving abilities, Adaptability and Initiative. 
• Excellent communication, inter-personal skills, teamwork and collaborative abilities with proven ability to work in cross-functional teams and to work with minimal supervision. 
• Proven ability to multi-task and deliver in order to meet tight deadlines. 
• Knowledge of IP routing in Cloud environments (Spine and Leaf solutions, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, CNI/K8s plugins), familiarity with the Best Security Practices for data networks and Cloud 
   

What’s in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

Competitive salary & annual bonus

Competitive & flexible health and dental benefits, pension plan, RRSP, TFSA, and Stock matching programs.
Discounts:

Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.  
Paid time off for volunteering

Company matching contributions to charities you support
Growth & Development Opportunities:  

• Self-driven career development programs (E.g. MyPath program)

 Rogers First:

• Priority in applying to internal roles of interest

 Wellness Programs:

• Homewood employee & family assistance program
•  Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes

 Our commitment to the environment and diversity:

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
•  Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women.

We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great. This is a hybrid work position and will require you to be in office three days per week.

​To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: No Selection
Work Location: 8200 Dixie Rd (341), Brampton, ON 
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Technology & Engineering
Requisition ID: 314141

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.

Posting Notes:  Technology