Infrastructure Engineer XLabs
Job Summary
The X-Labs Operations team exists to accelerate the innovation of Comcast’s next-generation architectures and products. We believe that our people, process, and technology are crucial to ensuring sustainable, repeatable, and predictable outcomes. Our production-like environments serve as the backbone for development and quality assurance, and our people help align the many advancements within Comcast and our industry.Job Description
Overview of the Role:
X-LabsOperations Engineerisdirectlyaccountablefor thephysicalinstallation andmaintenancesupportwithinComcast’s national labs.Responsible forparticipatingas an individual contributor in project teams, troubleshooting operational issues, providing technical solutions to operational problems, new product implementation, implementing existing products and services and the overall upkeep and maintenance of designated areas of engineering.Engineerpossessesadeepunderstanding ofMSOarchitectures includingCRAN, DAA, NDC, HFC, and cloud video.Individualrespondsto network incidents,determinesactions orresources needed for correction,anddrives resolution.Acts in compliance with industry and Company technical requirements, standards, policies, and procedures.Maintainsin-depth experience, knowledge, and skills inareaof discipline, usuallydeterminingownwork priorities and serving asresourcefor colleagues with less experience.Interfacesregularlywith vendors, engineering,and peer operations organizations, includingDesign Engineering, Video Engineering, CMTS Engineering, Systems Engineering,IP Network Engineering, Critical Infrastructure, and Project Management.Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment. May lead teams,projects,and provides technical leadership to junior Engineers and project teams.
This team loves their work but mostly because it helps us grow individually and professionally. We are committed to holding each other accountable andto helpingeach other and the team be the best version of ourselves. As such,it'simportant to ask relevant,meaningful questions to complete your work, hold teammates accountable in a disarming way,andaction onfeedback from teammates as an opportunity to grow.
Must Have Skills:
A hard-working learner and advocate of our groundbreaking technology.
Individualwitha high levelof accountability – taking ownership ofchallengesand seeing them through to resolution.
A natural inclination to work collaboratively, to be transparent, andtoseekand give feedback continuously.
An aptitude for technology and enjoy complex problem-solvingwhile being adaptable and responsive.
A clear communicator with astrongbias for actionand excellent documentation skills.
The ability to adaptand thrivein a fast-pacedenvironment, evenwhen the directionisn’talways clear.
Strongadvocate for Engineering Operations procedures,policiesand processes, ensuringprojects are fully integrated into the operations environmenttooling,including lifecycle management and Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM).
Preferred Skills & Experience:
5-7 years of experience in MSOs Architectures (multiple-system operators), including HFC (Hybrid Fiber Coax), DAA (Distributed Access Architecture), PON (Passive Optical Network), etc.
Proven ability to analyze andphysicallyevaluate complexIP/RF/Opticalnetworks,identifyissues, andapply corrections or enhancements to ensurenetwork operation efficiency.
A self-starter whodemonstratescritical thinking, self-motivation,time-management,courage,and curiosity.
Intermediate knowledgeof Critical Infrastructure systems(power/space/cooling)andtheirimportance to Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM).
Ability toidentifyoperational andperformanceopportunities;assistwith creatingstrategies and recommendations to improve networkavailability, andproactively contribute insights within the area of expertise to simplify futureadditions and changes.
Ability to partner with functional teams to influence and drive alignment.
Familiarity with MicrosoftOfficesuite including Outlook, Excel,Teams,and PowerPoint.
Experience withticketing platforms,ie. JIRA.
About Our Perks & Benefits:
We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated.
Here'sa look at just some of theperksand benefits we make available to our US-based employees:
Medical & Dental
401(k) Savings Plan
Generous paid time off
Life Milestones - from adoptionassistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages.
Courtesy Services - We offerall ofour full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.
Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.
Learn more at https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits
Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation toparticipatein the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Collaboration; Teamwork; HFC Network; Communication
Salary:
Primary Location Pay Range: $80,472.12 - $120,708.18
Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
Relevant Work Experience
2-5 Years
Our Benefits
We’re proud to offer comprehensive benefits to help you live your best life:
- Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance for eligible employees.
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 6% of your pay.
- Paid time off including eight observed company holidays and flex time.
- Exclusive perks + discounts, including tuition assistance, commuter benefits and more!
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