Unified Communication Architect

Description

Job Description Qualifications
We are looking for a UC Architect who has Avaya PBX background and has experience migrating to Ring Central (Cloud Voice) or equivalent experience. Associate degree in Information Systems or a related field and ten (10) years of related experience required. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
Functions Performed
Successfully maintain all software and hardware components related to the management and function of Voice/Video devices (firmware updates, software updates and hardware changes, etc.).
Train and mentor Systems Analysts on the process and procedures to keep the Voice/Video software environment current and up to date. Responsible for documenting these processes and procedures.
This position is responsible for the design and programming functions and features as it relates to the Telemedicine Voice/Video systems.
Responsible for ensuring installations are designed and implemented following best practices.
Responsible for the integration of other applications related to Voice/Video/Collaboration.
Primary responsibility to ensure Voice/Video systems are upgraded to include software, hardware and peripheral equipment with assistance of System Analysts. Submit upgrades through the Change Management process.
Design, implement, and maintain Collaboration systems such as IM & Presence/Jabber, ExpresswayE, and ExpresswayC and Video endpoint devices.
Develop Dial Plan between operating systems.
Design, program and maintain, PRI, SIP, H.323 trunking to support the Voice/Video network.
Assist Manager in long range planning of Voice/Video Services.
Consult with users to determine most effective configurations to meet both their real and perceived requirements related to Telemedicine.
Conduct on site surveys for additional services needed, and changes of Voice/Video equipment.
Responsible for backup support of Systems Analysts and Telecom Technicians as needed.
Configure and install fax lines. Maintain and repair Paging interface systems. Coordinate leased line, Toll Free Service, etc. through outside vendors. Seek out new technology in order to satisfy developing communications needs of users.
Must be able to work overtime as needed, travel locally as needed, work oncall as needed and perform other related duties as required.
Essential
Minimum 10 years progressively responsible experience in Voice/Video.
Directly related experience supporting an advanced Voice/Video system.
Experience analyzing and preparing bids.
Must be a highly detailed oriented individual with proven project management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Cloud Contact Center (In Contact) experience is a plus
8 years CUCM experience
8 years Unity Connect experience
8 years UCCX experience
IM & Presence (Jabber) experience
Video Collaboration experience
SIP configuration and testing
PRI configuration and testing
H.323 configuration and testing
Experience managing largescale telecommunications systems with 10k ports or greater