Global Telephony Engineer at Tala

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FintechIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience with engineering, supporting, and managing global telephony environments with high availability (99.9% uptime) and scalability
  • Expertise in VoIP Infrastructure, Asterisk PBXs, Five9 call center systems, and call recording systems
  • Knowledge of PBX servers, softphones, network connectivity, and related hardware
  • Ability to collaborate with Operations and Shared Services teams on unified communications platforms
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for Tala's mission (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Shared Services team globally to oversee administration, maintenance, and optimization of Five9 dialer platform(s), including user management, campaign configuration, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting
  • Manage and maintain SIP trunking infrastructure globally, ensuring call quality, capacity, and cost-effectiveness; negotiate with SIP providers and optimize routing strategies
  • Administer and maintain Asterisk-based PBX systems globally, including configuration, upgrades, security patching, troubleshooting, and developing custom dial plans and integrations
  • Manage and maintain GSM gateway infrastructure primarily in the Philippines, ensuring reliable connectivity for mobile calls, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing routing for cost efficiency
  • Provide Tier 2/3 support for all telephony-related issues globally, working with Shared Services and other teams to resolve problems quickly
  • Proactively monitor performance of all telephony systems globally, identify issues, implement solutions for high availability and call quality, and develop/maintain monitoring dashboards and alerts
  • Manage relationships with telephony vendors globally (SIP providers, dialer vendors, hardware suppliers), negotiate contracts, and ensure SLAs are met
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for all telephony systems, including network diagrams, configuration guides, and troubleshooting procedures
  • Lead or participate in telephony-related projects globally, such as system upgrades, migrations, and new implementations
  • Maintain high quality and availability for all voice systems, support architecture tasks, and ensure high availability of PBX servers, softphones, network connectivity, and related hardware

Skills

VoIP
Asterisk
PBX
Five9
call recording
high availability
scalability
unified communications

Tala

Digital wallet and lending platform for underserved

About Tala

Tala operates as a digital wallet and lending platform that focuses on providing financial services to individuals who are often overlooked by traditional banks. The platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to create a personalized financial experience for its users. Customers can access instant credit, transfer money easily, and pay bills all through a single app. Tala's unique data tools allow it to serve a diverse range of customers, including those without access to conventional banking. The company generates revenue through interest and fees on the credit it offers, as well as transaction fees for money transfers and bill payments. Operating in multiple countries across three continents, Tala adapts its services to different markets while aiming to enhance the financial well-being of its users by providing tailored credit lines and financial advice.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$341.1MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance

Risks

Increased competition from Stripe in crypto payments could challenge Tala's market position.
Keytom's launch may attract Tala's crypto-interested customer base, reducing market share.
Apple's NFC chip decision could lead to more competition in the digital wallet space.

Differentiation

Tala uses AI to offer personalized financial experiences to underserved individuals.
The company provides instant credit and expansive bill payment options via a single app.
Tala's proprietary data tools enable services for those without traditional banking access.

Upsides

Integration of stablecoin payments could enhance Tala's transaction speed and cost-effectiveness.
Apple's NFC chip opening may allow Tala to offer more seamless payment options.
Equifax's AI advancements highlight potential for Tala to improve its credit scoring systems.

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