DWDM Optical Network Engineer

Viasat; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking a DWDM Optical Network Engineer to design and maintain the company’s core network infrastructure supporting a global satellite fleet. You will work across layer 1 to 3 planning, capacity, and platform management to ensure robust, diverse fiber routes.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in multi-vendor DWDM environments, experience with MOPs, and hands-on test equipment like OTDR and BER. Strong scripting and DevOps familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• 5 years of relevant work experience with multi-vendor network equipment to architect DWDM systems.
• Experience creating design plans and procedures (MOPs).
• Hands-on with test equipment (BER, Optical Power Meter, OTDR) and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect the company’s core network infrastructure for a global satellite fleet.
• Perform layer 1–3 network design, capacity planning, and platform management.
• Design fiber routes including point-to-point, ring, and path-diverse routing.
• Collaborate with teams to automate network components and management systems.

Skills

DWDM design

Network architecture

Automation

MOP writing

Troubleshooting

Carrier networking

Programming basics

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Nokia

Adtran

Infinera

Adva

3-GIS

ESRI ArcGIS

QGIS

BER Test equipment

OTDR

Job description

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

We’re looking for a DWDM Optical Network Engineer to be a key part of a highly visible and business-critical technology team at Viasat.

Do you love working in a cutting-edge, fast-moving environment where you are constantly expanding your knowledge base? Are you looking to grow and develop your skill set every day while working with complex satellite and communication systems? Do you enjoy being part of a company where you can be innovative and change the world at the same time? If this sounds like you, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!

The day-to-day

You will be working on the design and architecture of the company’s core network infrastructure to support our expanding global satellite fleet. You will also work on layer 1 through layer 3 network design, capacity planning and platform management as well as the design of routes for fiber-based networks including point to point, ring, and path diverse routing.

What you'll need

• Using the experience gained during your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering to design complex optical networks
• Applying your 5 years relevant work experience with multi-vendor network equipment to architect complex DWDM systems
• Creating written network implementation design plans (e.g. Method-of-Procedures MOPs)
• Having hands-on experience with test equipment (BER Test, Optical Power Meter, OTDR, etc.) and troubleshooting system issues
• Working to automate networks components and network management systems
• Using your knowledge of coherent technology to build long-haul networks

What will help you on the job

• Experience with use of fiber network design, planning and mapping software tools such as Nokia, Adtran, (Infinera, Adva) 3-GIS, ESRI ArcGIS and QGIS
• Understanding and debugging in any languages - Java, Python, Golang, or other modern programming languages using AI tools (i.e. Claude)
• Experience with continuous integration & delivery and DevOps methodologies
• Operational experience working with major carriers
• An understanding of outside plant construction requirements with fiber experience preferred
• IP and Ethernet networking experience

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Compensation & benefits

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat’s comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at https://careers.viasat.com/benefits.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.

Viasat actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.