Optical Transport Engineer
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Job description
Our client, a leading organization in the telecommunications and technology sector, is seeking an Optical Transport Engineer to join their team. As an Optical Transport Engineer, you will be responsible for hands-on support of optical line systems including troubleshooting, testing, monitoring, and maintenance of fiber optic and DWDM-based infrastructure to ensure high availability and reliable network performance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, proactive problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse team environment., * Support the deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting of Ciena 6500 photonic line systems (6500 metro deployments) in an enterprise data center environment.
- Perform hands-on troubleshooting and testing of optical transport networks within a data center environment.
- Utilize optical testing tools such as optical power meters, VFLs, OTDRs, and signal flow drawings to diagnose, analyze, and resolve optical issues effectively.
- Support and maintain optical line systems (OLS) including amplifiers, mux/demux, ROADMs, and transponders.
- Execute and interpret optical tests such as power level measurements, insertion loss, span validation, and signal degradation analysis.
- Provide expert technical knowledge of the Ciena 6500 platform, scripting, and troubleshooting to support network operations.
- Mentor team members on technical procedures, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
- Understand the big picture implications of process decisions and suggest optimization opportunities for improved efficiency.
Requirements
- Extensive experience with Ciena 6500 Platform (Photonic Line System), including deployment, testing, turn-up, and troubleshooting.
- Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Optical Line Systems (OLS), photonics, DWDM technologies, and Ciena products.
- Ability to troubleshoot optical issues such as loss, ORL, Reflection, Power Deviations, miss fibering etc.
- Ability to read and interpret Signal Flow Drawings and optical troubleshooting tools; ability to use OTDR and interpret OTDR outputs.
- Proficiency in utilizing Automation/Workflows and ability to quickly ramp-up and learn new platforms, procedures, and instructions.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, supporting technical issues related to the 6500 system.
Benefits & conditions
- Opportunity to work remotely with flexible scheduling options.
- Engage in cutting-edge network deployment and troubleshooting projects.
- Collaborate with a diverse and innovative team of professionals.
- Enhance your technical skills with advanced optical and network systems.
- Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to technological excellence.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay