Principal Network Engineer

Principal Voice Network EngineerU.S. Bank is seeking a Principal Voice Network Engineer to help design, modernize, and support enterprise voice and unified communications platforms across a large-scale, highly available environment.This role is ideal for a senior Voice Network Engineer with deep expertise in SIP, VoIP, Cisco Collaboration, and enterprise telephony solutions. You'll play a key role in driving voice modernization initiatives, improving platform resiliency, and supporting critical communications services across the enterprise.ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and support enterprise voice network solutions utilizing SIP technologies across complex, distributed environments.Engineer and maintain Oracle voice platforms, ensuring high availability, reliability, scalability, and operational excellence.Configure, administer, and optimize Cisco Unified Communications and Microsoft Teams Voice platforms, including call routing, dial plans, and voice policies.Troubleshoot and resolve complex voice, network, and unified communications issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures.Develop and enhance voice infrastructure architectures that support business continuity, disaster recovery, and resilient communications services.Partner with network, security, infrastructure, and application teams to integrate voice solutions into enterprise technology ecosystems.Implement and maintain voice network and application security controls, ensuring compliance with organizational security standards and regulatory requirements.Lead technology upgrades, migrations, and modernization initiatives for voice and communications platforms while minimizing operational risk and service disruptions.Basic QualificationsAssociate's degree or equivalent work experience.At least seven years of experience managing and delivering network services within a complex technology environment.Preferred Skills & ExperienceStrong expertise in Session Initiation Protocol (SIP), including call flows, signaling, session border controllers (SBCs), and troubleshooting.Hands-on experience with Oracle voice solutions, administration, configuration, and platform lifecycle management.Deep knowledge of Cisco Voice technologies, including CUCM, Unity Connection, Expressway, and related collaboration solutions.Experience deploying and supporting Microsoft Teams Voice, Direct Routing, Operator Connect, and enterprise telephony integrations.Strong understanding of voice networking concepts, including QoS, routing, switching, VLANs, WAN/LAN architectures, and VoIP design principles.Expertise in voice security and application security, including SBCs, encryption, authentication, threat mitigation, and secure communications architecture.Proven ability to diagnose and resolve complex cross-functional issues involving voice infrastructure, network services, and integrated applications.Experience with automation, monitoring, and performance management tools supporting enterprise communications and network environments.Why Join UsWork on enterprise-scale voice and communications platforms.Lead modernization initiatives involving Cisco, Microsoft, SIP, and VoIP technologies.Influence technical strategy and architecture decisions.Solve complex engineering challenges in a highly collaborative environment.Location ExpectationThis role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.Benefits:Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)Basic term and optional term life insuranceShort-term and long-term disabilityPregnancy disability and parental leave401(k) and employer-funded retirement planPaid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)Up to 11 paid holiday opportunitiesAdoption assistanceSick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by lawU.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $119,765.00 - $140,900.00