Dobson Careers
Director of Network Engineering
- Job Title
- Director of Network Engineering
- Job ID
- 27743534
- Location
- OKC, OK, 73134
- Other Location
- Description
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Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer (COO), the Director of Network Engineering will spearhead the strategic expansion and scaling of Dobson Fiber’s fiber network to residential areas. This role demands a unique blend of technical depth, strategic foresight, and leadership excellence. You will play a pivotal role in Dobson Fiber’s mission to deliver state-of-the-art broadband services to homes, driving significant impact on community connectivity and business growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute the strategic vision for the FTTP/FTTH/FTTB network, aligning with the company’s overall business goals.
- Lead the strategic planning, execution, and scaling of Dobson Fiber’s FTTH initiative, ensuring the deployment of a robust and reliable fiber network to residential communities.
- Drive the Capacity Planning and Network commissioning strategies to support the expansion of FTTH and other optical services, optimizing network performance and scalability.
- Cultivate a high-performing team environment, motivating staff to excel in the deployment and maintenance of FTTH networks the network.
- Champion the development of innovative solutions and practices that enhance the efficiency and quality of Dobson Fiber’s fiber optic services.
- Foster cross-departmental collaboration to ensure the FTTH initiative aligns with overall business objectives and customer satisfaction goals.
- Provide visionary leadership in the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to support the dynamic needs of network deployment and maintenance.
- Develop comprehensive budget and resource plans to support the FTTH expansion, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS- 15+ years of experience in network engineering and operations, with a focus on fiber optic telecommunications.
- At least 5 years of leadership experience managing large-scale telecom service provider projects and teams, with proven success in strategic planning and execution.
- In-depth knowledge of FTTP/FTTH/FTTB technologies, protocols and standards.
- DWDM, ROADM, GPON/FTTH optical transport
- Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF), carrier Ethernet (EPL, EVPL, ELAN)
- IPv4/v6 including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, SD-Wan
- Experience with network design, implementation and optimization.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through change, fostering innovation and growth within technical teams.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the capacity to engage effectively with all levels of the organization and external partners.
- Proficient in project management, with a track record of delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget.
EDUCATION- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant other field.
