Job Description

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company. Whether we’re developing the technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes or freeing travelers to explore by keeping their devices online wherever they go, we believe in leading the world forward. Which is why we work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Eight of the top 10 banks. Four of the top 5 global technology companies. Over 900 communications providers. And how we’re able to provide our incredible talent with an innovative culture and great benefits.
Who We're Looking For The System Analsyt/Engineer is a technical position responsible for providing Level 1 trouble isolation and repair for all Syniverse Global Networks, Products, Platforms, and Services. Works in a team environment and is accountable for providing resolution with sense of urgency and in correspondence with defined service level agreements. Works in shifts to provide onsite 24x7 coverage to respond to customer and internal Syniverse issues, and is flexible to work beyond stipulated hours. Reports to the NOC Lead/NOC Manager.

Some of What You'll Do
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work as single point of contact for all customer communications and escalations.
• Analyze, report, and act upon/resolve alerts generated by the internal surveillance tools
• Act as first line of contact for all Trouble Ticket issues, and maintain the shift logs
• Provides follow-up on change requests, incidents/Break-fixes and perform other scheduled activities within the SLA requirements. Facilitation of maintenance via internal correspondence and or bridges.
• Troubleshoot and isolate incidents with vendors and service providers. Escalate according to Syniverse NOC processes.
• Work closely with Tier-II counterparts to resolve and close events/incidents.
• Provide input to shift reports and coordinate handover of incomplete activities to the to the oncoming shift.
• Continuous monitoring of production servers that includes system health, resource utilization, file transfer rate, database insert rate and logs
• Demonstrate and apply thorough understanding and operations of Application Monitoring Tools. (e.g.: Nagios, NetCool)
• Monitoring of connectivity to upstream and downstream applications
• Application health monitoring that includes file processing, data loading, completion of scheduled tasks, report generation, application related processes, dashboards and application logs
• Use alarm monitoring tools, interpret the condition being alarmed, resolve and/or escalate to the next level support.
• Clear and concise written and spoken communications in the form of Remedy tickets, emails, analysis, process/procedures, meetings, conference bridges and internal/external phone calls.
• Demonstrate and apply proper understanding of customer applications and components associated with each application.
• Use IT Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instructions (WI) and Server support documentation for the Network Operations Center (NOC).

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 1-2 years in a 24 x 7 x 365 in a Network Operations Center environment (preferably in Telecom or related NOCs)
• Prior experience in Telecom Operations will be an added advantage
• Application Certifications from an accredited Trade School or Academy. Minimum of one or more of the following; RHCSA/RHCE or equivalent LINUX Training & Certification & ITIL v3 Foundations Certification
• Knowledge on ticketing tools i.e. Remedy etc.
• Sound knowledge on network infrastructure (LAN & WAN)
• Monitoring tools i.e. Netcool, Nagios
• Fluent in English languages. Use of the English language in verbal and written communications is a requirement for this position.
• Ability to effectively communicate important information verbally, via instant messenger or email, ticketing system, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA’s/RFO’s). Communicates with vendor technical support and Syniverse Engineering and Product Groups often.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not designed to be utilized as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Why You Should Join Us
Join us as we write a new chapter, guided by world-class leadership. Come be a part of an exciting and growing organization where we offer a competitive total compensation, flexible/remote work and with a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.
At Syniverse connectedness is at the core of our business. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion among our employees is crucial to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people who want to help us connect the world.