RF Engineering Director

Job Description

Location :India- Gurgaon (Amdocs Site)

Required Travel: Minimal

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Who are we

Our approximately 30,000 employees around the globe are here to accelerate service providers migration to the cloud, enable them to differentiate in the 5G era, and digitalize and automate their operations. Listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market, Amdocs had revenue of $4.89 billion in fiscal 2023.

In one sentence

A Fiber Engineering Director is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of fiber optic networks, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and driving strategic initiatives to support organizational goals. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and operational oversight.

What will your job look like

1. Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute strategies for fiber network design, deployment, and maintenance.
• Lead cross-functional teams to align with company goals and customer needs.
• Plan and execute large-scale fiber network initiatives.

1. Project Management:

• Manage all aspects of fiber network engineering, including design standards, permits and TCP
• Monitor and ensure contractual performance metrics are exceeding the targets

1. Team Development:

• Build and lead a high-performing engineering team by recruiting, training, and mentoring staff.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the team.

1. Customer Experience Improvement:

• Ensuring timely delivery of customer assignments and elevating the quality standards
• Address customer feedback by proactively identifying and resolving issues.

1. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a technical resource for senior leadership in decision-making processes.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors and other stakeholders.

1. Technology Optimization:

• Stay updated on emerging technologies in fiber optics to drive innovation.
• Rationalize tools and processes to optimize efficiency in design, deployment, and maintenance.

1. Education:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field advanced degrees are preferred.

1. Experience:

• 15-20 years of experience in fiber network engineering or telecommunications.
• At least 5 years in a leadership role managing large-scale projects or teams.

1. Skills:

• Strong knowledge of fiber optic technologies, including design principles, splicing techniques, testing methodologies, and industry standards.
• Expertise in project management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

1. Technical Proficiency:

• Familiarity with network design software and tools (e.g., GIS systems).
• Understanding of federal/state regulations related to broadband deployment.

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