What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS Systems Engineer position at Uniti Group Inc.?
Uniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission-critical connectivity across the United States.
With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses.
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About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented EMS Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial, open source, and in-house developed software systems used to support the Service Provider Networks. The candidate must have proven experience installing, configuring, and administering new and existing Element Management Systems (EMS) within the telecom industry. You will enhance existing systems and services to run on next-generation platforms and guide multiple projects through the full lifecycle from concept and design to testing and implementation.
What You'll Do
Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance: Computer, Printer, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier
The starting compensation range for this job is $63,400 to $83,200.
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Our Benefits
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses.
_________________________________________________________
About The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented EMS Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial, open source, and in-house developed software systems used to support the Service Provider Networks. The candidate must have proven experience installing, configuring, and administering new and existing Element Management Systems (EMS) within the telecom industry. You will enhance existing systems and services to run on next-generation platforms and guide multiple projects through the full lifecycle from concept and design to testing and implementation.
What You'll Do
- Demonstrate adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Own projects end-to-end, from initial concept to final implementation.
- Estimate project level of effort, costs, and required tasks.
- Manage and deliver solutions across multiple concurrent projects.
- Influence and drive projects toward successful completion.
- Provide constructive feedback on business processes supporting applications and services.
- Collaborate with peer organizations and operations teams to ensure project success for all stakeholders.
- Participate in on-call rotation to ensure application up-time and availability.
- Associate’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of IT/Engineering experience.
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience with Linux administration.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience with database administration.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience with Kubernetes administration.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience with containers.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in development or Linux shell scripting.
- Experience with LDAP, Radius, SSO, OAuth, SAML, and multifactor authentication.
- Experience with SNMP, Netconf, IPFIX (Netflow), Telegraf for telemetry monitoring.
- Experience with databases such as MySQL, MariaDB, Oracle, Sybase, InfluxDB, Snowflake, and Postgres.
- Experience with virtualization technologies including VMware, KVM, and OpenStack
- Proficiency in working with APIs, including REST/JSON and OpenAPI standards is a plus
- Preference for experience with Nokia (Infinera), Ciena, Cisco (Accedian), Calix, or Adtran is a plus.
- Preference for experience with network elements such as routers, switches, OLTs, ONTs, DSLAMs, optical service nodes, etc.
- Familiarity with cloud and SaaS technologies, including Microsoft Azure and Snowflake.
- Strong knowledge of telecommunications and service provider industry.
- DevOps mindset and experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Git, repositories, and AI agents.
- Experience with Python or Perl is a plus.
- Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and Azure DevOps (ADO).
- Must be a Team Player with the ability to mentor others.
- Self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills.
Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100% | Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% | Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%
Equipment Used in Job Performance: Computer, Printer, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier
The starting compensation range for this job is $63,400 to $83,200.
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Our Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
- 401K Plan
- Health & Flexible Savings Account
- Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
- Educational Assistance Plan
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
Salary : $63,400 - $83,200