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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Transport Specialist - **Company:** PG&E Corporation - **Location:** Oakland, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,005.0 - $182,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Synchronous Optical Networking, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Data Transmissions, Multiplexing, Information Technology Operations, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Productivity Software, Computer Networking Systems, Multiplexers, Information Technology - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.pge.com/job/oakland/it-transport-specialist-senior/29673/100050313968 ## About the Role Minimum: * BA or BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent experience or technical training * Minimum 4 years of IT operations experience * IT-Information Technology Product certification, for example CCIE, CCAr, MCSE, MCSM, RHCA, RHCE or Certification applicable to the system being supported Desired: * BA or BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related discipline or equivalent experience or technical training * 6+ years of network or telecommunications operations experience * Must have advanced knowledge of designated product line and/or service * Experience with Transport Technologies - Nokia SAR/IP-MPLS IP-multiplexers, DWDM/ROADM, Digital Microwave, SONET, DCS, channel banks, BITS timing, or serial data communications * Experience with troubleshooting/operating Layer 1 Transport Systems * Experience with troubleshooting/operating IP-MPLS, IP-Multiplexing * Ability to perform preventative and remedial maintenance to operating systems * Develop and document operational procedures * Ability to evaluate existing and proposed systems and recommend upgrades and/or modifications * Knowledge of operating or network systems and maintenance support * Knowledge of system management * Certification applicable to the system being supported (e.g., Nokia NRS II) * Ability to research and survey new products and/or releases (e.g., productivity tools) * Excellent written and verbal communications skills * Able to work and communicate across multiple departments * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Solid knowledge of key PG&E systems and processes Training * Assist other specialists, analysts and technicians as appropriate in developing their own technical skills through training, presentations and involvement in the process of maintaining and supporting these systems (installations, upgrades, troubleshooting, problem resolution, etc.) * Document and maintain training class curriculum ## Description The Senior IT Transport Specialist provides technical, operational, and project support for PG&E transport network infrastructure. This role supports day-to-day operations, outage response, circuit migrations, network modernization, change coordination, restoration planning, documentation accuracy, monitoring improvements, and technical guidance for field and operations personnel. The position requires strong knowledge of Layer 1 and Layer 2 transport technologies, with focused responsibility for PG&E IT IP Multiplexors (Nokia SAR), Microwave, and DWDM/ROADM systems within the IT Network Transport team., * Support the design, operation, maintenance, and modernization of PG&E's transport network, including IP/MPLS IP-MUX, DWDM/ ROADM, digital microwave, fiber, and SONET infrastructure. * Support transport provisioning, circuit migrations, service turn-ups, cutovers, lifecycle replacements, and network expansion initiatives. * Monitor network performance, investigate service impacts, troubleshoot complex transport issues, and coordinate restoration activities during outages. * Develop and implement solutions that improve network reliability, resiliency, capacity, performance, and operational efficiency. * Review network designs, routing, optical paths, inventory records, and technical documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards. * Support deployment and operation of next-generation IP Multiplexing technologies, including Nokia SAR and IP/MPLS platforms. * Coordinate change management, maintenance activities, and implementation efforts with engineering, operations, field personnel, vendors, and stakeholders. * Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and subject matter expertise across transport technologies, operational practices, and troubleshooting methodologies. * Drive continuous improvement through network audits, monitoring enhancements, process optimization, documentation, and standards development. * Ensure compliance with safety, security and change management requirements while supporting critical telecommunications infrastructure. ## Related Videos - [Boosting OpenSearch Performance: gRPC Search in Action](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1935-boosting-opensearch-performance-grpc-search-in-action) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Sleek, Swift, and Sustainable: Optimizations every web developer should consider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/937-sleek-swift-and-sustainable-optimizations-every-web-developer-should-consider) - [Boosting OpenSearch Performance: gRPC Search in Action](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1964-boosting-opensearch-performance-grpc-search-in-action) - [Beyond Loom: Practical Patterns for Virtual Threads, Structured Concurrency and Reactive Interop](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1973-beyond-loom-practical-patterns-for-virtual-threads-structured-concurrency-and-reactive-interop) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)