Optical Network Engineer - DWDM

Job Description

Role: Optical Network Engineer
Location: Dublin City Centre
Work Model: Onsite
Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months

Are you an accomplished Optical Network Engineer ready to take on a high-impact role in a world-renowned tech organisation?
Our client is seeking a seasoned professional to join their elite networking team for a 12-month onsite contract in the heart of Dublin.

You’ll play a pivotal role maintaining and evolving mission-critical IP infrastructure that supports operations on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities:
● Design, build and rollout our global DWDM networks;
● Drive scaling designs to meet the demand of our customers;
● Create processes that help operate and build our optical network;
● Work closely with other Networking teams;
● Evaluate new products and drive commercial tender process;
● Ensure that the optical network adheres to the defined network standards;
● Review and implement changes on the optical systems;
● Drive operational excellence projects to drive improvements in our DWDM network quality and reliability;
● Troubleshoot complex problems and develop innovative solutions day to day on our network.

Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s Degree in a technology related field or equivalent experience to a Bachelor's degree;
● Minimum of 7+ years industry experience;
● Experience with optical planning, modelling tools and rollout of large DWDM networks;
● Expertise IP networking fundamentals and IP protocols;
● In-depth knowledge of and experience with major DWDM platforms (Ciena, Infinera and Cisco);
● In-depth knowledge of and experience with major router platforms (Cisco and Juniper) including compatible supervisory and line cards for these platforms;
● In-depth knowledge of and experience with major internet routing protocols; specifically BGP and OSPF;
● Excellent network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting skills;
● Candidates should also have had significant past experience with, and expertise in many of the following protocols & technologies: DWDM, T1/DS1, DS3, SONET (OC3, OC48), 802.2/3, 802.1d VLANs/STP, IPv4 & IPv6, TCP (internals & flow control), BGP,OSPF, HSRP/GLBP, PIMv2, IGMP, LDP, TACACS, IPSEC & VPNs, netflow, DNS, HTTP;

Please note: Candidates must be currently residing in Ireland or willing to relocate, and must have valid authorisation to work in Ireland.