Access Network Planning Engineer

Who are we?Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers—because progress starts with fresh ideas. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.Job SummaryWorks with Network Architecture team to translate architecture requirements into platform level configurations. Performs tests that support deployment readiness decision.ResponsibilitiesTroubleshootingParticipates in the development and /or creates troubleshooting guides and trains the NSE team on the platform and how to troubleshoot issuesParticipates with NSE as needed to troubleshoot layer 1-3 network issues experienced by end customers and service providersNetwork DesignTranslates high level architectural designs into platform configurations, and iteratively develops design changes based on testingResponsible for developing methods of procedure that implement the design changes in the network platformsCommissioning/InstallationsCreates engineering deployment packages (EDPs), including rack elevation drawings, space and power requirements, cable run lists, and any other site specific documentationPerforms first installation of new technology or servicesCompletes documentation for use by Operations (EDPs, configurations, and training guides)Completes commission readinessTesting & ValidationDevelops test plans and strategies to exercise platforms, including feature performance, load stress redundancy, operational alarms and metricsDevelops and executes software test plans and proceduresDevelops and improves regression and acceptance testsPerforms hands-on tests to validate proof of concepts, network design, network deployment, and introduction of services and featuresVendor ManagementSystem Integration & TestingEnd to end testing of integrated solutions/services including BSS, OSS, and Software Engineering, with Network platforms/elementsCreates new and innovative test strategies for tests in laboratory and field testing environmentsProvides feedback on how testing results can result in design changes to the Network Architecture team and platform vendorsDevelops scripts that are the basis for test automation and incorporated into a test automation frameworkTrainingDevelops training guide for NSE personnelQualifications5-7 years of related experienceBachelor's in Electrical Engineering/Electronics, Computer Engineering or related field preferredEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.