Optical Network Engineer - Scripting

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOptical Network Engineer - Scripting Hybrid: Phila, PA 19103$70.00-80.00/hr W2Overview

Bring your optical networking experience to design and develop the next of optical core and access network infrastructure technologies. Lead industry-leading network enhancements and tools to improve network reliability, lower latency, increase capacity, and deliver the fastest symmetrical speeds to millions of customers. Join a highly motivated team working on challenging projects that will shape the future of network evolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop optical core and access network infrastructure technologies, including hardware and system designs for FTTX and optical products.
• Evaluate network and service design challenges, proposing innovative solutions using new and existing infrastructure.
• Collaborate across teams with an open-minded perspective on new ideas, technologies, architectures, and operational approaches.
• Lead and work with R&D teams to develop operational platforms and analyze proof-of-concept performance.
• Build lab test systems to evaluate new hardware and software products, supporting transport, metro Ethernet, and access networks.
• Conduct lab activities including planning tests, acquiring equipment, running tests, and writing reports.
• Support field trials and network measurement campaigns in collaboration with program and operations teams.
• Communicate with stakeholders to interpret needs, plan, and discuss progress and results.
• Perform tasks proactively to ensure project success.

Required Skills

• Associate or higher degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• 5-10 years of experience working in optics telecommunications systems, broadband, or hybrid fiber coax networks.
• Solid understanding of networking (copper and optical) components used in data centers and residential networks, including power levels, wavelengths, and problem diagnosis.
• Strong understanding of data networks, especially at layer 2 and 3.
• Software development skills such as Python, C/C++, or Go, with familiarity in continuous integration and test case automation.
• Experience with virtualized platforms and Linux.
• Ability to interpret test data to determine compliance or identify causes of field issues.
• Ability to evaluate situations from the end-user/subscriber perspective.

Skills

• Additional experience in optical communications, optical components, and network architecture.
• Experience leading cross-domain development teams.
• Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation abilities.
• Inclination to act proactively and adapt to project needs.

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