Capgemini Invent · 10 hours ago
Optical Transport Engineer
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $139K/yrCapgemini Engineering is a leader in engineering services, seeking highly skilled Senior Optical Transport Engineers to join their core transport team. This role focuses on executing significant network upgrades to enhance infrastructure capabilities, requiring deep expertise in optical transport equipment.
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Responsibilities
Network Upgrade Execution: Take primary responsibility for the configuration, deployment, and upgrade of core optical transport equipment, specifically utilizing Nokia Cienna (6500 series)
Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert for optical transport technologies, including DWDM/OTN equipment and configuration best practices
Troubleshooting & Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for the core transport network during and after equipment upgrades
In-House Management: Act as a key resource in managing these large-scale upgrades internally, aligning with the strategic goal of reducing reliance on external vendor services
Collaboration: Work closely with existing IP and MPLS engineering teams, as well as finance and project management stakeholders, to ensure smooth project execution
Qualification
Required
Extensive, verifiable experience in designing, configuring, and managing core optical transport networks
Mandatory hands-on experience with Nokia 6500 series (including Cienna) optical transport equipment
Strong understanding of optical network principles, including fiber types, transmission standards, and test methodologies
Must be willing to work on-site at one of the following key locations: Philadelphia, New Jersey, or Denver
Proven ability to rapidly diagnose and resolve complex network issues in a live production environment
Ability to manage upgrade tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision
Benefits
Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
Life and disability insurance
Employee assistance programs
Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
Company
Capgemini Invent
Capgemini Invent offers strategy and transformation consulting services to businesses.
Founded in 1990Brussels, Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest, BEL
10001+ employees
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