TS Implementation Engineer (L3)

NTT; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology services leader is seeking a Networking Technical Services Systems Integration Specialist in Cape Town. This role involves providing technical support, interacting with clients to meet complex requirements, and assisting in project documentation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and 6–8 years of experience in networking technologies. Join a diverse workplace that embraces innovation and offers hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of implementation experience in networking technologies.
• Professional level certification in networking technologies.
• Experience in technical implementation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients to meet complex solution requirements.
• Document standard operating procedures for installations.
• Coach and mentor junior Implementation Engineers.

Skills

Technical support

Customer engagement

Problem-solving

Coaching and mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Cisco CCNP

F5 BIG-LTM

Cisco Meraki

Cisco Dev Net

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Networking Technical Services (TS) Systems Integration Specialist is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for providing technical support to clients.

This role is able to compile technical specifications in a clear, concise, unambiguous manner to explain the advantages and disadvantages of options leading to the final solution and are able to create alternative solutions as backup planning.

This role works towards professional to expert level certification, whilst at the same time developing business knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interacts with clients on site and remote to meet complex requirements of a solution.
• Escalates unresolved problems and issues to the relevant third parties.
• Responds to escalated client requests.
• Escalates complex problems to the relevant third parties.
• Writes reports and proposals and completes and maintains project documentation.
• Assists with the documentation of standard operating procedures relating to installations and fixes.
• Acts as coach and mentor to more junior Implementation Engineers and Technicians.
• Assumes responsibility for the coordination of the activities of the junior Engineers, in line with performance targets.
• Included in higher complexity design work, with input to the design expected.
• Expected to take ownership of relevant technologies according to domain or specialization.
• Performs any other related task as required.

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Seasoned understanding and appreciation of technical design and business principles.
• Seasoned project fundamental and administration ability.
• Seasoned project skills which are demonstrated in the execution of installations and other assignments.
• Excellent customer engagement skills
• Demonstrate relevant domain specialist knowledge.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Client focused and displays a proactive approach to solving problems.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to coach, mentor and provide guidance to team members.

Academic Qualification and Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or Computing or a related field.
• Professional level certification in different Networking technologies such as Cisco CCNP
• Aruba ACSP or ACP would be advantageous
• F5 BIG-LTM 301A&B would be advantageous
• Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist would be advantageous
• Cisco Dev Net certification would be advantageous

Required experience:

• Minimum 6–8-years implementation experience in Networking technologies such as routing, switching, Wireless, SDI distribution, core and access layers.
• Cisco Routing, Switching and Wireless skills are essential.
• Cisco Meraki Routing, Switching, Wireless & SDWAN skills advantages
• Cisco Viptela SDWAN skills would be advantageous
• Cisco Datacentre – Nexus skills would be advantageous
• Cisco Catalyst Centre skills would be advantageous
• F5 Big – IP Server Load Balancing skills would be advantageous
• InfoBlox DDI(IPAM) skills would be advantageous
• Ekahau – Wireless surveys skills would be advantageous
• Seasoned work experience in technical implementation engineering, specific to Networking technologies.
• Seasoned experience engaging with clients and conducting presentations.
• Seasoned report writing experience.
• Seasoned project management
• Seasoned experience in Networking technologies such as routing, switching, Wireless, SDI distribution, core and access layers
• Seasoned experience in diagnosis and troubleshooting

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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