TELUS Corporation

Network Specialist III - IoT Network & Managed Connectivity

TELUS Corporation$86K — $136K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • CCNA certification or equivalent with hands-on TCP/IP networking knowledge
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting VPN and IPsec technologies in production
  • Background with industrial cellular routers or modems, understanding their lifecycle
  • Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals including routing, switching, and DNS
  • Experience with LTE/5G cellular networks and WAN connectivity
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical discovery with customers to identify connectivity needs
  • Design IoT wireless network solutions with cellular routers and modems
  • Translate customer requirements into deployment plans and configurations
  • Support customers in integration including LAN/WAN design and routing
  • Build and maintain modem and router configuration templates
  • Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues remotely
  • Manage firmware lifecycles and keep device configurations up-to-date

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards package including competitive salary and bonus structures
  • Minimum 3 weeks of vacation with a flexible benefits plan
  • Options for remote or hybrid work based on role requirements
  • Generous matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunities for community involvement and contribution
  • Career growth and continuous learning opportunities
Full Job Description
What You'll Do

Technical Design & Customer Engagement

  • Conduct technical discovery with customers and internal stakeholders to understand connectivity requirements
  • Design end-to-end IoT wireless network solutions using managed cellular routers and modems
  • Translate customer requirements into device configurations, deployment standards, and implementation plans
  • Support customers through network integration activities including LAN/WAN design, VPN/IPsec, and routing strategy
  • Provide technical guidance during customer onboarding


Operations & Problem-Solving

  • Build and maintain modem and router configuration templates that set the standard for deployments
  • Remotely diagnose and resolve connectivity issues across customer devices
  • Perform root-cause analysis on complex networking and operational issues
  • Manage firmware lifecycles and keep configurations current as customer needs evolve
  • Coordinate with vendor technical support (including but not limited to, Digi International) when needed
  • Drive continuous improvement on operational processes and standards


Ownership Across the Full Lifecycle

  • Support deployment readiness testing, validation, and handoff activities
  • Own technical documentation and deployment records for each customer
  • Handle customer escalations related to managed modem services
  • Balance multiple active deployments and operational priorities simultaneously


Qualifications

What You Bring

  • CCNA certification or equivalent demonstrating hands-on knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals
  • Practical experience with VPN and IPsec technologies - you've configured and troubleshot these in production environments
  • Real-world experience with industrial cellular routers or modems - you understand device lifecycle, remote management platforms, and field deployment realities
  • Strong networking fundamentals including routing, switching, NAT, firewall/ACL configurations, DHCP, DNS, and subnetting
  • Cellular network experience (LTE/5G) and understanding of WAN and remote connectivity architectures
  • Customer-facing communication skills - you can explain technical concepts clearly and gather requirements directly from stakeholders


Nice to Have

  • Additional certifications such as CCNP, Fortinet NSE, or cloud networking certifications
  • Industrial IoT networking experience
  • Managed services environment background
  • Carrier and cellular network troubleshooting experience
  • Cloud-managed networking platforms
  • Familiarity with Digi International products or similar remote device management solutions


Salary Range: $86,000-$136,000

Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 15%

Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, even if the posted salary range doesn't match your expectations. We're open to discussing competitive compensation packages tailored to your experience level and expertise. TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:
  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role's requirements
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more ...


Job Type: This is for a current vacancy

About TELUS Corporation

TELUS Corporation is a Canadian telecommunications company that provides a wide range of communications products and services, including wireless and wireline voice and data services, internet access, television, and healthcare. The company is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious goals to reduce its environmental impact. TELUS Corporation is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, and has operations in Canada and internationally. The company is focused on delivering exceptional customer service and has won numerous awards for its customer service and innovation.
Learn more about TELUS Corporation
Size
90,800 employees
Market Cap
$28 billion
Industry
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+5.8%
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