COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.
Job Title: Director Packet Network Architecture & Reliability (zAMS)
Department: Zayo Advanced and Managed Services
Reports to: Head of Architecture & Engineering (Packet & UC/Voice zAMS)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in network engineering, with five (5) or more years in a leadership role.
• Expert-level knowledge of IP networking, core routing protocols, and enterprise or service provider-scale network infrastructure.
• Strong skills in both layer 2 and layer 3 networks with a solid understanding of optical transport delivery methods and technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco and/or Juniper platforms is required.
• Proven track record in designing and maintaining highly reliable, scalable network infrastructures.
• Proficiency with voice platforms, SIP routing, and UC systems.
• Strong knowledge of network security, voice fraud prevention, and operational best practices.
• Experience developing and leading cross-functional teams, setting technical direction, and driving results.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with executives, engineers, and partners.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of executing calmly against tough deadlines.
• Adept working in a Multivendor hybrid network.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent industry certifications.
• Exposure to disaggregated Switching / routing and control plane environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with network automation and orchestration tools.
• Sys-admin skills with experience in various Linux OS environments.
• Scripting knowledge in any of the common scripting languages.
• Prior experience in a tech company or telecom/service provider environment.
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity experience.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Zayo is seeking a Director of Packet Network Architecture and Reliability to lead the strategic direction, engineering standards, and operational reliability of our packet network infrastructure. This leadership role is critical in driving the performance, scalability, and resiliency of our core routing platforms and unified communications systems. You’ll work across engineering, operations, and product teams to define architectures, guide upgrades, support new product development, and services at the highest level.