Field Service Engineer - Subsea Networking & Upgrades

Ciena; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in high-speed connectivity in the UK is seeking a candidate to support the design and modernization of subsea network solutions. You will implement upgrades on customer networks, ensuring seamless installation and testing of network systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3–5 years of experience in Routing & Switching, along with strong programming skills in Python or C/C++. This role offers a flexible work environment and encourages personal growth.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Routing & Switching or subsea network engineering.
• Proven experience in creating engineering documentation and executing network upgrades.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage timelines in a global team.

Responsibilities

• Support design, deployment, and modernization of subsea network solutions.
• Implement upgrades for customer networks including migrations and hardware upgrades.
• Create and maintain design and test documentation for network stability.

Skills

Strong programming proficiency in Python

C/C++ or JavaScript

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Soft skills

Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

Job description

A global leader in high-speed connectivity in the UK is seeking a candidate to support the design and modernization of subsea network solutions. You will implement upgrades on customer networks, ensuring seamless installation and testing of network systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3–5 years of experience in Routing & Switching, along with strong programming skills in Python or C/C++. This role offers a flexible work environment and encourages personal growth.