Optical Transmission & Packet Network Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Optical Transmission & Packet Network Engineer with 10+ years of relevant experience to join our team.

Location: UK
Visa Sponsorship: Available for suitable candidates currently based in India

Key Technologies: DWDM, Ciena 6500, Waveserver5

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Documentation: Create and maintain transmission and packet network solutions, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Provisioning & Configuration: Provision, configure, and test network elements across optical 6500 networks.
• Service Activation: Support customer service activation, implementation, and network upgrades.
• Capacity Management: Manage network capacity, disconnects, and capacity reallocation.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate technical documentation and network records.
• Standards Compliance: Ensure designs and implementations meet technical and industry standards.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve network and provisioning issues efficiently.

Key Skills & Experience

• DWDM Expertise: Extensive optical transmission / DWDM experience.
• Ciena 6500: Strong handson experience with Ciena 6500 platforms.
• Optical Technologies: Knowledge of DWDM, ROADM, Flexgrid, and photonic layer technologies.
• Packet Networks: Understanding of L2/L3 operator networks; BGP/MPLS knowledge advantageous.
• Test Equipment: Experience with optical test equipment and performance monitoring.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Communication: Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.