Senior Telecommunications Engineer

Brown University

Brown University

Marketing & Communications
Providence, RI, USA
Posted on Dec 23, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Telecommunications Engineer

Office of Information Technology

The Senior Telecommunications Engineer will be responsible for system management, engineering, design, administration and maintenance of the University's digital voice, VoIP-UC network communications systems, ensuring consistent, reliable, and uninterrupted service. This is facilitated through multi-million dollar systems that support the needs of university staff and emergency services.

Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotation to respond to system alarms, perform initial troubleshooting and coordinate timely resolution with appropriate vendor support teams.

Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with VoIP telephone systems, voice mail systems, access/carrier systems and related power plants, including in-depth working knowledge of VoIP-UC communications networks preferred.

  • Some experience with vendor management for reviewing quotes, proposals and contracts for accuracy.

  • Some experience developing project proposals and managing small projects to completion

  • Some experience working within a change management system to communicate and coordinate changes with others that may impact successful outcomes when performing upgrades or other changes.

  • Experience in Cisco VoIP-UC networking technology preferred

  • Familiarity with Cisco IOS, CUBE, Webex calling, Expressway C/E, jabber

  • Familiarity with linux/shell and virtual machine environments.

  • VoIP-UC certifications preferred.

  • Experienced in working with SIP VoIP systems

  • Experience with troubleshooting VoIP/SIP issues independently and with vendor support

  • Interpersonal relation and team/group participation skills.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

  • Some skills working with application data through spreadsheets, databases and import/export tools for populating application data or generating ad hoc reports.

Successful completion of a criminal background check and education verification is required.

Benefits of Working at Brown:

Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date:

2025-09-30

Job Posting Title:

Senior Telecommunications Engineer

Department:

Office of Information Technology

Grade:

Grade 10

Worker Type:

Employee

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

37.5

Position Work Location:

Hybrid


Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions you may contact employment@brown.edu.

Brown is an E-Verify Employer.

EEO Statement:

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.