Verizon Hiring for Senior Engineer Specialist Job at Basking Ridge, NJ Full Time

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here.

What you’ll be doing…

We are seeking a Sr. Engineer Specialist to work in the highly visible NTS Development/ DevOps Team which is responsible for service provisioning, activation for FIOS customers managing multiple applications supporting over 350 cloud and on premises servers. Responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Working with DevOps software model to implement faster-to-market IT solutions by using microservices, automated build pipeline etc.
• Managing and updating the releases cycle using best practices
• Delivering automated solutions with a focus on cost savings and operational efficiency. This role requires highly analytical skills to problem solve and make decisions that will affect overall productivity and avoid/reduce future system outages.
• Delivering code/software and ownership of the software development life cycle.
• Handling IT requirements for products and features.
• Building C++/Java code, writing perl and shell or sql scripts on UNIX or LINUX
• Managing Oracle or other relational databases and interface communication with other IT systems.
• Facilitating a close working relationship with Verizon India and Onshore Teams to help maintain a good balance of roles/responsibility and business continuity for all supported applications.
• Establishing, enforcing and reinforcing the doctrine and best practices for change control and incident management.
• Maintaining source and version control for all automation scripts/monitors using Gitlab.
• Creating and maintaining At Your Service (AYS) Ticket metrics for operational efficiencies.

Where you’ll be working …

In this hybrid role, you’ll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

What we’re looking for…

You’ll need to have:

• Associate’s degree or two or more years of work experience.
• Three or more years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in supporting large-scale, mission critical applications in all UNIX based OS environments.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Experience in System builds, maintenance, updates & overall Infrastructure management
• Manage and update the releases cycle using best practices
• Experience in web applications architecture using multiple platforms and tools
• Experience in Telecom Industry.
• Experience in working on mission critical applications, working with small teams, or managing routine technical/ operational activities or departments.
• Experience in the full life cycle of an application.
• Understanding the basics as well as the complexities of monitoring an application on various OS.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer – and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.