Network Engineer, Sr
Description
Network Engineer, Sr. - Avaya
JOB SUMMARY: The Network Engineer, Sr (Avaya) is responsible for providing oversight, planning, design, engineering, administration, and primary technical support for the omni-channel and workforce optimization environments for the Southern Company. The associated contact center technology includes: ACD, IVR/VRU, Dialer, Virtual Queuing, Survey, Agent Desktop, Recording, QM, Agent Scorecard, Speech Analytics, and Workforce Optimization servers and applications. This person must become acclimated to the company's applications, telecommunication systems, and VoIP integrations while being able to manage technological changes within the environment.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills )
Job Requirements
Knowledge of customer interaction delivery systems such as ACD, IVR, Dialer, SMS, and Agent Desktops. Avaya Systems include Communication Manager, Session Manager, Experience Portal, Proactive Outreach Manager, Callback Assist, OneX Agent, AES, Call Management System, Breeze and Oceana.
Knowledge of contact center workforce optimization systems, including Avaya/Verint ACR, AQM, WFE, Scorecard, Customer Feedback, DPA, and Speech Analytics.
Demonstrated personal computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, Visio, etc.).
Basic understanding of database SQL. Ability to write basic SQL queries and navigate MS SQL Studio.
Basic understanding and ability to navigate Window OS and RedHat Linux environments.
Demonstrated knowledge of working within a VM environment (i.e., vSphere, backing up hosts, evaluating resources, etc.)
Effective oral and written communications skills with the ability to convey complex technical issues in business terms.
Self-motivated with the ability to effectively manage multiple project responsibilities simultaneously.
Team-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Ability to build relationships, to communicate and work with all levels of management, vendors, and other internal and external groups and customers and exhibit positive influence at all levels.
Strategic thinker who can embrace, influence, and lead change.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, CIS, or MIS, or technical degree in Computer Science or related technology
Or (12) years related work experience in Avaya, Telecom, & VoIP technologies space.
Competencies
General knowledge of Southern Company's core business
General knowledge of information technologies (those currently used within the system and new technologies)
General knowledge of IT infrastructure components
Understand engineering/analysis/design discipline and methodology
Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments
Ability to negotiate with and influence others - internally as well as vendors
Ability to build relationships and work in a team atmosphere
Ability to provide and accept feedback
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Professional oral and written communication skills
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for design, implementation, administration, and support the Avaya telephony infrastructure relating to data/voice communications equipment; AWE, ACDs, IVR, Dialer, Recorders, etc.
Responsible for proactively analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving telecommunications systems and circuit issues in a timely manner. This includes managing vendors and communicating status to management.
Responsible for participating in planning, design, implementation, and management of projects that may include new locations, onboarding new customers, and deploying new technologies across the network.
Responsible for assisting in the management and prioritization of an annual budget for network and voice improvements in concert with related network planning, business case development and engineering design.
Responsible for development of and compliance with contact center system standards including documentation, product, lifecycle plans, and design packages.
Responsible for developing and participation in the successful completion of Contact Center Technology initiatives and Information Technology initiatives.
Responsible for providing primary maintenance (reactive, preventative, and quality assurance) support related to the identified voice and contact center equipment at specific Southern Company locations.
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Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is America's premier energy company, with 44,000 megawatts of generating capacity and 1,500 billion cubic feet of combined natural gas consumption and throughput volume serving 9 million electric and gas utility customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric utilities in four states, natural gas distribution utilities in seven states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America and a national recognized provider of customized energy solutions, as well as fiber optics and wireless communications. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices that are below the national average. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, Southern Company and its subsidiaries are inventing America's energy future by developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, 21st century coal, natural gas, renewables and energy efficiency, and creating new products and services for the benefit of customers. Southern Company has been named by the U.S. Department of Defense and G.I. Jobs magazine as a top military employer, recognized among the Top 50 Companies for Diversity by DiversityInc, listed by Black Enterprise magazine as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity and designated a Top Employer for Hispanics by Hispanic Network. The company has earned a National Award of Nuclear Science and History from the National Atomic Museum Foundation for its leadership and commitment to nuclear development and is continually ranked among the top utilities in Fortune's annual World's Most Admired Electric and Gas Utility rankings. Visit our website at www.southerncompany.com.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Other Locations: United States, Illinois-Metro Chicago-Naperville, Alabama-Metro Birmingham/Eastern AL-Birmingham
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
Georgia Power Headquarters - 241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE (241ATLANTA)
241 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE
Atlanta, 30308
G O Naperville - 1844 W Ferry Rd. (1844NapervilleCODE)
1844 W Ferry Rd.
Naperville, 60536
APC Corporate Headquarters - 600 North 18th Street (600BIRMINGHAM)
600 North 18th Street
Birmingham, 35203
Req ID: SCS2010694
