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Company Description

At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.

Backed by funds managed by Apollo Global Management, our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.  

Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality….designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.

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Job Description

Brightspeed has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager in Network Architecture to join our rapidly growing team! As a Project Manager, you will oversee all programs being worked on by our Network Architects and Brightspeed Technology Advancement Center (BTAC). This position will be responsible for delivering a summarized view of the benefits the team is delivering to the business in an executive format that is easy to consume. This role will work closely with the business, IT and executive teams to ensure alignment of strategy and implementation.

As the Project Manager in Network Architecture, your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Deliver monthly accomplishments of items each team members have contributed to the business
• Act as the front door into all requests and demands coming into our lab (BTAC) Brightspeed Technology Advancement Center
• Produce lab roadmap that outlines all work and timelines associated to requests for lab functions
• Be responsible for scheduling calls and ensuring key participants drive to a solution to meet each milestone
• Work closely with cross functional teams & vendor partners to manage progress on solutions development and drive rapid progress
• Present program updates/status to our leadership and stakeholders
• Create bi-monthly All Hands presentation of the work that has been accomplished and the work we need to be focused on for the next two months

Qualifications

WHAT IT TAKES TO CATCH OUR EYE:

• 5+ years’ experience with telecom industry, preferably in Network systems
• 5+ years' experience in Project management
• 5+ years’ experience driving software development lifecycle and architecting IT solutions
• Firm grasp of networking concepts including Fiber, PON and copper networks
• Ability to understand and explain complex technical information
• Collaborative, team builder with strong communication skills, ability to negotiate, often at higher levels
• Project management skills, PMP Certification
• Experience with latest trends in technology both mobile and web, to design and built innovative and efficient solutions

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Additional Information

WHY JOIN US?

We aspire to contemporary ways of working.

At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We have a brand new, state-of-the-art corporate HQ in Charlotte, NC and we prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits. 

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. 

When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.

Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer

For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:  

• Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice for California Residents
• Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice