Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fiber Network Operations and Management Engineer to oversee the efficient and reliable operation of our fiber network infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining fiber network systems, ensuring their optimal performance and uptime. They will also be responsible for troubleshooting network issues, managing network capacity, and coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure seamless network operations.
Location: Remote
The candidate(s) should have the following technical capabilities, qualifications, and experience with:
- Network management of carrier-grade networks
- Backbone fibre
- Fibre distribution networks
- Last-mile fibre networks
- Fibre-to-the-home and business services
Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and maintain fiber network systems to support the organization's network infrastructure requirements.
- Monitor and manage the performance and availability of the fiber network, ensuring high uptime and optimal performance.
- Troubleshoot network issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime and ensure network reliability.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to coordinate network upgrades, expansions, and maintenance activities.
- Conduct regular network capacity planning to anticipate future network requirements and ensure scalability.
- Maintain accurate documentation of network topology, configurations, and procedures.
- Implement network security measures to protect the integrity and confidentiality of data transmitted over the fiber network.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in fiber network operations and management.
- Provide technical support and guidance to other team members as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Network Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience in fiber network operations and management.
- Strong knowledge of fiber optic technology, network protocols, and telecommunications systems.
- Familiarity with network monitoring and management tools.
- Proficient in troubleshooting network issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CFOS) are a plus.