Sr Technical Support Engineer

Everyone communicates. It’s the essence of the human experience. How we communicate is evolving. Technology is reshaping the way we live, learn and thrive. The epicenter of this transformation is the network—our passion.
Our experts are rethinking the purpose, role and usage of networks to help our customers increase bandwidth, expand capacity, enhance efficiency, speed deployment and simplify migration. From remote cell sites to massive sports arenas, from
busy airports to state-of-the-art data centers—we provide the essential expertise and vital infrastructure your business needs to succeed. The world’s most advanced networks rely on CommScope connectivity

We are RUCKUS!

In this ’always-on’ world, we believe it’s essential to have a genuine connection with work you do.

How You’ll Help us Connect to the World

RUCKUS, an industry leader in Wi-Fi technical innovation, and we are looking for a Principle Software Engineer to work on carrier-grade network management product. Ruckus Networks Customer Support and Services (CSS) is a globally distributed team functioning with a unified operations model. We are excited to be modernizing our business with a clear focus on the Customer’s Experience.

Please join Ruckus if you are an engineer who is self-motivated and hardworking in new technologies and skills.

Key Stakeholders:

• Internal: TAC Managers, TAC Senior Manager, Cross-functional Support Teams and Sales teams
• External: Customers, Partners and VARs

Role Purpose:

Senior Technical Support Engineer, working in a fast-paced environment, the Senior Technical Support Engineer (TSE) will be responsible for providing first level of Technical Support for various technologies in Ruckus Wireless products to our Enterprise customers.

Key Operational Responsibilities:

• Be the first technical point of contact for the customer
• Should possess the ability to manage critical (p1) cases soon after the training in Ruckus Products
• Demonstrate the ability to work with Escalation team and/or engineering teams to manage escalated cases
• Work closely with SE teams internally on larger networks and more complex issues
• Identify customer problems/issues and assist customer to resolve issues while consistently providing great Customer Experience
• Work on complex problems where analysis of situations requires in-depth fault analysis and troubleshooting skills
• Identify and reproduce customer technical problems in a test/lab environment
• Work on day-day tickets, follow-up with clients, provide feedback and see problems through to resolution
• Ensure proper case documentation and closure
• Generate clear and concise documentation in the form of case notes, technical tips and white papers
• Contribute to the knowledge base by creating KB articles
• Notify and discuss with Staff or Principal Engineers on calls and emails that require assistance.
• Timely handoff (escalation) of cases that require advanced technical investigation by the LTE Team
• Suggest improvements on product quality / features and be proactive in development of product
• Manage customer expectation and make sure customer is receiving highest quality of service
• Document customer issues for future reference and build knowledge base of the solutions given to the customer
• Actively participate in trainings and improve product and process knowledge
• Understand the SLA’s and work/align style of working towards meeting them
• KRAs include:
  • CSAT
  • Active Backlog
  • Aged Backlog
  • Time to Resolve and Time to Close
  • Escalation %
  • KB Contribution

Job Requirements:

Education level:

• B.Sc. or B.E degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of customer support experience in IP networks, WiFi or related environment.
• Data networking is mandatory, Wireless networking experience is desired.
• Preferably worked as an engineer TAC.

Certifications/Accreditations:

• CWNA / CCNA is an advantage

Key competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Drive for results
• Team Player

Technical skills & Knowledge:

• Good understanding of TCP/IP, IGMP, switching and Routing (Layer 2 & 3 communication), internet protocols including DNS, DHCP, SMTP, VLAN etc.
• CCNA – Must or higher knowledge, CWNA, CWSP would be a Plus
• Good exposure and working experience with 802.11a/b/g/i standards and knowledge of 802.11n
• A good understanding of WLAN Security in the areas of authentication, encryption, RADIUS, AAA authentication, EAP, PSK, etc.
• knowledge on deploying, configuring, supporting, troubleshooting, debugging and administering the following Wireless LAN products and technologies:
• Wireless Access Points
• Wireless Client Associations
• Wireless Controllers
• A very good understanding of RF transmissions & antenna behavior
• knowledge on WLAN Security in the areas of authentication, encryption, RADIUS, AAA authentication, EAP, PSK, etc.
• Hands on experience on protocol analyzers tools such as Wireshark, Ethereal
• Ruckus Wireless Products
• Ethernet switching
• Routing and Data Centers
• Wifi solutions, Multi-tenant solutions, Hotspot services

General knowledge in the following areas:

• Wireless industry and competing products
• Competitor Switching Products
• TCP/IP, WAN/LAN
• IOT Solutions

Other Abilities required:

• Good problem solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to understand and analyze customer issues along with good troubleshooting skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients and peers
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent inter-personal and teamwork skills
• Self-driven, proactive, hardworking, team-player
• Encourages and accepts feedback
• Exposure of handling international customers

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday and weekend or overnight hours as required.

Why CommScope and Ruckus

CommScope is pushing the boundaries of communications technology. For more than 40 years, we’ve been leaders in innovating 5G, private networks and Gigabit speeds everywhere – we’re always anticipating what’s next. Developments such as the Internet of Things, seamless connectivity, Cloud and 5G introduce new requirements and demand creative thinking. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.

Ruckus is a Business Unit within CommScope, focused on delivering cutting edge solutions to create a smarter, simpler, more connected world. At the heart of global connectivity are the engineers who write innovative software for our award-winning routing and switching products to bring the information quickly and reliably where needed. We are a pioneer in the wireless infrastructure market, enabling carriers and enterprises to stay ahead of the exploding demand for high-bandwidth applications and services Our Ruckus Smart Wi-Fi, LTE, and Switching technology redefines what’s possible in wireless network performance with flexibility, reliability, and affordability.

Commscope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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