Optical Network Engineer

Job Title: Optical Transport Engineer

Location: Philadelphia, PA/New Jersey or Denver, CO USA (100% Onsite)

About the Role:

• We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Senior Optical Transport Engineers to join our core transport team.
• This is a critical role focused on executing significant in-house network upgrades to drive substantial cost savings and enhance our infrastructure capabilities.
• The ideal candidate will possess deep, hands-on expertise in optical transport equipment and be ready to immediately contribute to a major project involving Nokia Cienna and 6500 platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Upgrade Execution: Take primary responsibility for the configuration, deployment, and upgrade of core optical transport equipment, specifically utilizing Nokia Cienna (6500 series).
• Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert for optical transport technologies, including DWDM/OTN equipment and configuration best practices.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for the core transport network during and after equipment upgrades.
• In-House Management: Act as a key resource in managing these large-scale upgrades internally, aligning with the strategic goal of reducing reliance on external vendor services.
• Collaboration: Work closely with existing IP and MPLS engineering teams, as well as finance and project management stakeholders, to ensure smooth project execution.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Deep Optical Transport Experience: Extensive, verifiable experience in designing, configuring, and managing core optical transport networks.
• Nokia Equipment Expertise: Mandatory hands-on experience with Nokia 6500 series (including Cienna) optical transport equipment.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of optical network principles, including fiber types, transmission standards, and test methodologies.
• Onsite Availability: Must be willing to work on-site at one of the following key locations: Philadelphia, New Jersey, or Denver.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to rapidly diagnose and resolve complex network issues in a live production environment.
• Independent Work: Ability to manage upgrade tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision.