Lead Consultant & Access Network Lead

Infosys; Wokingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting leader is seeking a Lead Consultant to design high-level network architectures. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in DOCSIS and PON technologies, with a strong understanding of HFC access networks. Responsibilities include creating test cases, optimizing existing network solutions, and mentoring team members. Strong knowledge in networking protocols and security design is also required. This role is based in Winnersh, UK and offers a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in DOCSIS & PON technologies is required.
• Strong knowledge in HFC and Fiber based access network architecture is necessary.
• Hands on experience in creating design documents for networks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Translate architecture to high level network design for HFC & Fiber based access networks.
• Create test cases to validate the network design.
• Participate in Field Trials and support the first rollout.

Skills

DOCSIS & PON technologies

HFC access network architecture

DOCSIS-3.1/DOCSIS 4.0 specifications

Networking standards (TCP/IP, L2/L3 protocols)

Network hardware configurations

Network Virtualization

Unix/Linux operating systems

Test planning and execution

Job description

Overview

Role – Lead Consultant
Technology – Access Networks, DOCSIS, Networking
Location – Winnersh, UK

Your role

• Translate architecture to high level network design for HFC & Fiber based access networks (DOCSIS/PON)
• Create Network Design for Converged Aggregation Networks (IP & Optical Design)
• Work with network access team and create specific design as required
• Create test cases to validate the design
• Preparation of lab environments & validate the network design(testing)
• Prepare test reports
• Perform regression tests & Test Automations
• Work with OEM vendors providing solutions and review test results
• Participate in Field Trials and support first roll out
• Troubleshooting of existing networks design
• Analyze and optimize existing network solutions.
• Performance optimization of existing networks and ensure network performance.
• Incorporate security measures in existing/new design (handle security threats at design)
• Interact with the stakeholders (employees, vendors, customers) about the requirements and issues.
• Guide/mentor team members on the tasks and ensure all requirements are covered in the design.
• Create hosting & network design for Virtualization of CCAP and observability framework

Required Skills

• Working experience in DOCSIS & PON technologies
• Strong knowledge of HFC and Fiber based access network architecture
• Well versed in DOCSIS-3.1/DOCSIS 4.0 specifications
• Strong knowledge of PON technology standards
• Strong knowledge on networking standards (TCP/IP, L2/L3 protocols, MPLS, Segment Routing, Traffic engineering, EVPN, IPoWDM, timing protocols and multicast protocols)
• Strong knowledge on network hardware (routers, switches, firewalls, RPD, CMTS, CM, ONT, ONU, OLT, BNG, RADIUS etc) and configurations
• Experience in guiding the teams to implement the new design/architecture.
• Strong knowledge on Network Virtualization, SR-IOV, DPDK.
• Experience on network security design.
• Experience on Unix/Linux based operating system and commands.
• Hands on experience in creating design documents for the networks.
• Hands on experience in lab testing & with testing tools like traffic generators
• Test planning, test execution, and reporting.

Preferred

• Experience on passive access technologies (Cabinets, Amplifiers, Fiber Nodes etc.).
• Test Automations
• Good testing skills to bring in efficiencies in the network.
• Knowledge of BNG & CPE testing.
• Experience on Field Trials.
• Knowledge on Agile/Scrum methodologies

Personal

Besides the professional qualifications of the candidates, we place great importance in addition to various forms personality profile. These include:

• A high degree of initiative and flexibility
• High customer orientation
• High quality awareness
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About Infosys

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in 56 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over three decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through the many next of their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

Visit www.infosys.com to see how Infosys can help your enterprise navigate your next.

All aspects of employment at Infosys are based on merit, competence and performance. We are committed to embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Infosys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Work Location

Work Location

Winnersh, BER

Country

United Kingdom

State / Region / Province

Berkshire

Company

ITL UK

Interest Group

Infosys Limited

Role Designation

2016BLDCON Lead Consultant