TL;DR

Senior Optical Transport Engineer: Executing network upgrades to drive cost savings and enhance infrastructure capabilities with an accent on Nokia Cienna and 6500 platforms. Focus on configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of core optical transport equipment.

Location: Must be willing to work on-site at one of the following key locations: Philadelphia, New Jersey, or Denver.

Salary: $65,200 - $138,944/year

Company

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What you will do

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

Requirements

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.

Culture & Benefits

Paid time off based on employee grade: Vacation, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance programs