Job Title: Senior CUCM Engineer (8+ Years Experience) Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior CUCM Engineer with over 8 years of experience in designing, implementing, and maintaining Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of CUCM environments, VoIP technologies, call routing, and system integration. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of troubleshooting complex issues, optimizing performance, and providing technical leadership in a large-scale enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) and related voice systems. Configure and manage VoIP solutions, including call routing, dial plans, and device management. Oversee CUCM system updates, patches, and upgrades. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to voice, video, and messaging systems. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and support teams. Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate CUCM with other enterprise systems such as Active Directory, Exchange, and CRM platforms. Ensure high availability and disaster recovery capabilities for CUCM and other Unified Communications systems. Document system configurations, procedures, and network topologies. Analyze and optimize the performance of the CUCM environment. Provide expert-level support for troubleshooting complex network issues involving voice, video, and data. Required Skills and Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience with Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), including advanced configuration, troubleshooting, and support. Strong knowledge of VoIP technologies and protocols (SIP, H.323, MGCP, RTP). Experience with Cisco IP Phones, gateways, and other voice/video devices. In-depth knowledge of CUCM administration, including call routing, dial plans, call processing, and QoS (Quality of Service). Familiarity with Cisco Unity Connection, Cisco Emergency Responder (CER), and other Cisco UC applications. Proficiency in integrating CUCM with other communication platforms (email, voicemail, instant messaging, etc.). Strong troubleshooting skills in a multi-site and multi-vendor environment. CCNA Collaboration or CCNP Collaboration certification is preferred. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Desired Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Experience with Cisco WebEx and other collaboration tools. Familiarity with Cisco Expressway and Jabber solutions.
