Lightpath · 1 month ago
Senior Optical Network Engineer
Bethpage, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expLightpath is one of the largest competitive local exchange carriers in the tri-state area, specializing in cutting-edge solutions for various enterprise services. The Senior Optical Network Engineer is responsible for the deployment, implementation, and maintenance of the Metro and Regional Optical Transport Networks, ensuring operational reliability and performance.
Communications InfrastructureTelecommunicationsVoIP
Responsibilities
Execute implementation of approved Metro, Regional, and Access DWDM/ROADM builds and augmentations
Integrate and turn up optical equipment including transponders, amplifiers, ROADMs, and associated line systems
Validate power levels, OSNR, channel performance, and spectral configuration during activation
Commission Ciena 6500/RLS and other approved Lightpath optical platforms
Coordinate with Field Operations for on-site tasks and ensure work aligns with engineering standards
Serve as Tier-3 escalation for complex optical impairments, hardware failures, or service-impacting events
Troubleshoot issues such as low OSNR, span degradation, EDFA/Raman anomalies, dispersion issues, or fiber faults
Analyze OTDR traces, power measurements, OSA data, BERT results, and fiber characterization reports
Perform detailed root-cause analysis (RCA) and drive corrective/preventive actions
Support after-hours maintenance windows as a senior escalation resource
Create, refine, and enforce Method of Procedures (MOPs) for augmentations, maintenance, and migrations
Develop operational runbooks, installation guides, and troubleshooting playbooks
Ensure all work complies with Lightpath engineering standards and change management processes
Lead multi-site implementation efforts and serve as the senior technical contact across internal teams
Coordinate with Planning teams to ensure all implementation details aligned with approved design packages
Work closely with Circuit Design to support provisioning and ensure clean handoff of backbone builds
Support MPLS, IP, and Capacity Management teams with optical-related dependencies during deployments
Maintain active engagement with equipment vendors on operational defects, escalation cases, and field issues
Review and validate vendor software releases, patches, and recommended upgrade paths
Participate in lab testing, system qualification, and operational acceptance of new hardware/software
Track equipment health, running software versions, and field notices to ensure continued operational compliance
Mentor junior engineers, field technicians, and NOC personnel on optical technologies and best practices
Deliver operational training sessions on optical maintenance, troubleshooting, and platform behaviors
Participate in cross-functional knowledge sharing across Engineering, Ops, and Planning groups
Qualification
Required
BS degree in Engineering or Telecommunications (or equivalent experience)
5+ Years of Telecommunication experience with strong optical transport background
Extensive and demonstrated understanding of optical theory, transport technologies and the operation of optical transport systems (including SONET, SDH, DWDM (ROADM and OADM)
Solid optical troubleshooting skills using OTDR, OSA, BERT and optical power meters
Experience with field-based work in POPs, carrier hotels, data centers and Central Office environments
Hands-on experience with major optical vendor platforms (Ciena preferred)
Proven experience performing network maintenance and executing MOPs
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
TL1 and/or Element Management System experience
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Streets & Trips, Visio & various operational Support Systems for internal and external presentations and complex network schematics
Familiarity with Network Management/DCN design
Experience supporting carrier, enterprise, or hyperscaler optical networks
Ability to work and learn independently
Ability to grasp abstract concepts and adapt to technology evolutions
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong project management skills
Strong decision making and leadership skills
Ability to build and foster collaborative relationships
Strong problem-solving skills, self-managed and the ability to multitask
Ability to influence others to meet desired goals
Excellent Documentation and Communication ability
Preferred
Knowledge and working experience with Ciena 6500 required. Coriant/Tellabs 7100, Adva Optidriver/Fiberdriver, Smartoptics transport shelves is preferred
Experience with Netcracker preferred or similar Planning and Provisioning tool
Knowledge and working experience with Ciena Navigator, Adva FSP NM & Tellabs Network Management System (TNMS)
Scripting or automation experience is a plus
Company
Lightpath
Lightpath is revolutionizing how organizations connect to their digital destinations. It is a sub-organization of Cablevision Systems.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Morgan Stanley Infrastructure Partners
2020-07-28Secondary Market
Leadership Team
Rachel Stack
Chief Financial Officer
Doug Turtz
Chief Revenue Officer (CRO)
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