Senior Optical Transport Engineer

Our client is seeking a Senior Optical Transport Engineer to join their team. As a Senior Optical Transport Engineer, you will be part of the network engineering department supporting optical transport and DWDM network operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Senior Optical Transport Engineer

Location:  Denver, CO (preferred) or Mt. Laurel, NJ

What's the Job?

• Perform end-to-end feasibility studies and path design for backbone wavelength services, including route selection, regeneration requirements, optical amplification, and reach validation.
• Engineer optical spectrum across the complete path, including wavelength assignment, fixed-grid and flex-grid alignment, and spectrum utilization to maximize backbone efficiency while preserving future capacity.
• Provision end-to-end wavelength services across a multi-vendor optical network, configuring and turning up services on Nokia and Ciena transport platforms.
• Perform complete validation of wavelength services before customer handoff, including optical power verification, performance testing, and error-free burn-in.
• Diagnose optical impairments, troubleshoot complex issues, and coordinate with field operations, network teams, and vendor support to resolve faults efficiently.

What's Needed?

• 10+ years of hands-on experience engineering, provisioning, or supporting DWDM and optical transport networks in a carrier or large-scale service provider environment.
• Strong understanding of optical transport technologies, including DWDM, ROADM architectures, wavelength planning, optical amplification, OSNR, dispersion, and optical power budgets.
• Hands-on experience provisioning and troubleshooting services on optical transport equipment from major vendors, with the ability to work across multiple vendor platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot end-to-end circuits across multiple network segments while isolating faults within complex multi-vendor environments.
• Excellent documentation skills and the ability to work directly with customers, operations teams, field personnel, and vendor support organizations throughout the service delivery process.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical transport networks with leading industry vendors.
• Engage in challenging projects that enhance your technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with a diverse and innovative team committed to excellence.
• Potential for career growth within a dynamic organization.
• Work in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional development.

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

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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