Fiber Optics Network Engineer

NextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom firm in Ottawa is seeking a self-driven Network Engineer to support operations in an Optical R&D lab environment. The role involves managing network infrastructure, troubleshooting connectivity, and optimizing lab performance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Computer Science and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in IP networking and lab management. This opportunity allows you to work on innovative projects within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience supporting an R&D lab or test environment.
• Strong understanding of network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Partner with IT teams to ensure optimal performance and availability of the lab network.
• Troubleshoot and resolve subnetting and IP addressing issues.
• Manage and maintain software licenses and tools for R&D teams.
• Monitor and optimize server resources to support engineering workloads.
• Oversee lab asset management including tracking hardware.

Skills

IP networking

subnetting

troubleshooting

Network infrastructure

desktop support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering or related field

Tools

asset management systems

inventory tracking tools

Job description

We are looking for a self-driven and detail-oriented Network Engineer to support a dynamic Optical R&D lab environment. This role combines network infrastructure management, desktop support, and lab operations, ensuring a high-performing and reliable environment for engineering and development teams.

The ideal candidate will play a critical role in maintaining lab network stability, software tools, and physical assets, while collaborating closely with IT teams and R&D engineers to optimize lab performance and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with IT teams and lab users to ensure optimal performance and availability of the lab network
• Troubleshoot and resolve subnetting, IP addressing, and connectivity issues within the lab environment
• Manage and maintain software licenses and tools used by R&D teams
• Monitor and optimize server resources and lab systems to support engineering workloads
• Oversee lab asset management, including tracking hardware, equipment, and maintaining asset databases
• Ensure compliance with organizational guidelines and best practices for asset management
• Support desktop and end-user needs within the lab environment
• Assist in improving lab utilization, efficiency, and operational workflows

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role
• Hands‑on experience supporting an R&D lab or test environment
• Strong understanding of:
• IP networking, subnetting, and troubleshooting
• Network infrastructure (switches, servers, lab systems)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in optical or telecom environments (e.g., DWDM, transport networks)
• Familiarity with lab/testbed environments and engineering workflows
• Knowledge of asset management systems and inventory tracking tools