The project involves evaluation of the network and other technical aspects of broadband project applications received under a provincial broadband granting program, to determine the feasibility and efficacy of the proposed network solution with a view to determining eligibility and ranking.
Technology and Innovation requires a Broadband Network Engineer to assist with:
- designing, reviewing and finalizing a technical application evaluation process, ensuring the process is consistent, objective and effectively meets the needs and objectives of the program
- reviewing, evaluating and ranking competing broadband applications and providing a technical comparison of broadband applications, including solutions, hardware, maps and value for investment. Note that evaluations will need to analyze and review fiber-to-the-home (FTTH), Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite technologies as well as upstream elements that comprise the whole network.
- analyzing coverage data and evidence to consider disputes and verify claims related to federal 50 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload coverage claims.
Duties
- Research and evaluate latest technology trends.
- Architect new IT services, develop solution paper and test plans.
- Evaluate current services, recommend remedial actions where required.
- Assist in determining hardware/software requirements.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams on proof of concept and limited production roll outs.
- Provide quality control on production implementations.
- Communicate operation guidelines and policies to the clients.
- Apply and interpret how the operation guidelines enhance the ministry's way of doing business.
- Review current services and technology requests by business area and assess their impact on the operational setting, giving recommendations for remediation.
- Assist in developing project plans, schedules, and estimates pertaining to architectural deployment and services delivery.
- Assist in developing task lists and resource assignments within the context of architectural planning and deployments.
- Assist with implementation of IT infrastructure;
- Document technical recommendations and provide technical advice and guidance to management, operations and project team members and within shared IT services.
- Ensure change management processes are followed.
- Make recommendations to project team members pertaining to issues, risks and client satisfaction.
- Provide tracking and reporting of time and status on all work as required.