Intelsat, now part of SES

Senior Support Engineer (RF) 1 1 1 1 (Chennai, IN)

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Hybrid

Senior level

Aerospace • Digital Media • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Mobile • Software

We do the extraordinary in space, to deliver amazing experiences everywhere on Earth.

The Role

The Senior Support Engineer ensures optimal network performance via monitoring, troubleshooting complex issues, and managing change requests while delivering excellent customer support.

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(Senior) Support Engineer (IP)
Role description summary
The Senior Support Engineer- (IP) is responsible for ensuring the optimal performance and security of network systems through continuous monitoring and proactive troubleshooting. They respond promptly to complex technical issues, documenting incidents and resolutions within a ticketing system, while delivering exceptional customer support to both internal and external clients. The IP Global Support Engineer manages change requests related to network configurations and upgrades, ensuring seamless implementation without disruption. Additionally, they collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendor support to escalate and resolve issues effectively, contributing to overall network enhancement.
primary responsibilities / key result areas

Network Monitoring (Shared Responsibility): Continuously assess the health, performance, and security of network systems using monitoring tools. Provide exceptional customer support and serve as the main point-of-contact and facilitate all communications between customers, vendors, internal and external fix agents necessary to resolve highly technical issues
Incident Management (Shared Responsibility): Respond promptly to complex technical and hardware/software issues. Document incidents, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the ticketing system, and escalate significant alerts to the appropriate teams as needed.
Customer Support (Shared Responsibility): Deliver exceptional support to internal and external clients. Engage professionally to diagnose and resolve issues in accordance with Incident Management Procedures, ensuring a positive customer experience.
Troubleshooting - Monitor all satellite, ground and terrestrial network elements to assure mission critical traffic and customer connections are operational with minimal degradation or outages as specified in Service Level Agreements (SLA). Provide Level II technical support
Change Management: Develop and manage change requests (CRs) for network configurations, maintenance, and upgrades. Monitor implementation to ensure changes are executed effectively without disrupting network performance.
Collaboration and Escalation:Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendor support to ensure timely escalation during outages or performance issues. Work with other departments to resolve problems and enhance network capabilities.
24x7- L2 Support: Deliver 24/7 level II support for service assurance troubleshooting, ensuring critical tools remain stable and operational. Act as an escalation point to higher-level support teams, facilitating prompt resolution of major incidents. Ability to multitask by managing, tracking, and resolving multiple issues simultaneously
Excellent written, verbal and electronic communications skills necessary to manage the high volume of telephone calls and email involving highly technical issues

competencies

Network Routing & Switching Expertise: Proficient in routing (BGP, OSPF, ISIS, MPLS) and switching protocols (VLAN, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, VRRP), with hands-on experience on Cisco and Juniper Networks platforms.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in advanced networking technologies including BGP, MEF Services (EPL, L2VPN, L3VPN), load balancers, SDWAN, and MPLS, with experience on key hardware like Cisco ASR, ASA, and Juniper MX and EX series.
Team Collaboration: Fosters teamwork and collaboration by ensuring effective communication with peers during shifts.
Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly adapt to changing environments and resolve technical issues efficiently under pressure.
Client-Focused Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across cultures, ensuring customer satisfaction and understanding throughout interactions.
Organizational Skills & Documentation: Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accurate documentation and prioritization of tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications & Experience
Required

8-10 years of technical support experience in IP domain, wireless communications, or network operations environments
Hands-on experience with networking, routing, and switching technologies, including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, EIGRP, VRRP, and SDWAN.
Proficiency with key platforms such as Cisco ASR, ASA, Juniper MX, and EX series.
Experience in network troubleshooting, load balancers, VPNs, and firewalls.
Familiarity with network management systems (e.g., Compass, Dataminer, Helix, ScienceLogic (EM7), Service Now, SATNMS, Zenoss) and other monitoring tools.
Ability to work a 24/7 rotational shift, providing operational support in fast-paced environments.
ITIL Certification or demonstrated equivalent experience with incident and change management processes.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Information Technology, or related field.
CCNA / CCNP or equivalent certification.
Proven experience in network infrastructure management, disaster recovery planning, and network optimization initiatives.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and documentation tools.

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Top Skills

Asa

Bgp

Cisco Asr

Compass

Dataminer

Eigrp

Ex Series

Helix

Juniper Mx

Mpls

Ospf

Satnms

Sciencelogic Em7

Sdwan

Service Now

Vrrp

Zenoss

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The Company

HQ: McLean, VA

2,100 Employees

Year Founded: 1964

What We Do

Intelsat and SES have joined forces, uniting 100 years of combined innovation and leadership to create the world’s leading space solutions company.

As a newly combined company, we bring together talented teams with deep industry expertise to deliver integrated satellite and connectivity solutions for businesses and governments across the globe.

With a powerful multi-orbit fleet, an expansive ground network, and strong financial backing, we’re entering an exciting phase of growth, investing in next-generation technologies that will enhance our competitive position in the rapidly-evolving satellite communications landscape

For future team members, this means more opportunity, more innovation, and more impact. At SES, you won’t just join a company—you’ll help shape the future of global connectivity.

Why Work With Us

When it comes to your career, you are the author of your own story. At SES, we believe you should have the freedom to drive new opportunities in any direction you want them to go – unlimited by geography, technology or even gravity.