Network Engineer - Optical Deployment

Meta; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta is seeking an Optical Deployment Engineer to deploy and support a large-scale optical network spanning ULH terrestrial, regional metros and subsea links connecting data centers and POP sites across EMEA. You will generate implementation plans, provide technical guidance, and collaborate with vendors to set deployment standards.

The role requires hands-on experience with optical networks, field-based work at POPs and data centers, and the ability to lead deployment and migration projects

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience deploying optical networks.
• Experience with optical network design, installation and maintenance for service providers or enterprise networks.
• Field-based work on POPs, data centers and central offices.
• Leadership and execution of optical deployment and migration projects.
• Experience coordinating with vendors to drive projects to completion.
• Ability to create rack elevations and as-built documentation.
• Understanding of DCN networks and optical theory.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and support a large-scale production optical network across multiple regions.
• Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership during deployments.
• Collaborate with vendors to evaluate hardware/software and create optical deployment standards.
• Review vendor/subcontractor acceptance documents and schedule maintenance tasks.
• Work with data centers, carriers, and fiber providers to introduce new technologies.
• Provide technical troubleshooting support for provisioning engineers.
• Create design packages for metro/regional/long-haul systems and subsea SLTE.
• Contribute to documentation, automation, and process evolution.

Skills

Optical deployment

Network design

Field-based work

Vendor coordination

Documentation

DCN knowledge

Troubleshooting

Tools

OTDR

BERT

Optical power meters

Job description

Network Engineer - Optical Deployment# Network Engineer - Optical DeploymentLondon, UK Data Center Design, Engineering, & Construction+ 3 moreApply nowMeta is looking for an Optical Deployment Engineer who will be responsible for the deployment and support of one of the world’s largest and most complex networks. As a member of this team, you will have a unique opportunity to be involved in projects related to implementation & scaling of the optical network at Meta. The role requires an engineer with experience adapting to evolving network architectures and deployment timelines. An engineer who identifies and proposes improvements to existing processes and develops practical solutions to operational challenges. As an Optical Deployment Engineer, you propose new ideas, gather constructive feedback from others, and push forward to make these ideas a reality.---## Network Engineer - Optical Deployment Responsibilities* Deploy, configure, and support a large-scale production optical network that spans ULH terrestrial, regional metros and subsea networks, interconnecting data centers and Point of Presence (POP) sites across EMEA* Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership and guidance during deployment activities* Collaborate with vendors/manufacturers to evaluate new hardware/software and create optical standards for network deployment teams* Reviewing acceptance documents provided by vendors and subcontractors deploying equipment on our network* Plan, schedule and perform network maintenance, repair and upgrade tasks as needed* Work closely with Network Engineering, Logistics and equipment vendors & fibre providers to ensure seamless introduction of new optical technologies into the production network* Provide technical expertise to network provisioning engineers for troubleshooting out-of-service or faulty circuits* Create and maintain Engineering Design Packages for metro, regional , long-haul DWDM systems and Subsea SLTE systems* Proactively contribute to documentation, automation and processes as they evolve* This role will involve some pre-planned travel from time to time## Minimum Qualifications* Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying optical networks* Experience with optical network design, installation and maintenance for service providers or enterprise networks* Experience with field-based work on POPs, carrier hotels, data centers and central office environments* Proven experience leading and executing optical network deployment and migration projects* Experience interacting with vendors and external parties to drive projects to timely completion* Experience creating rack elevations and other planned/install/as-built documentation* Knowledge of data center design and deployment best practices* Understanding of DCN Networks* Knowledge of optical theory, transport technologies and the operation of optical transport systems* Experience with optical test equipment and optical troubleshooting experience using OTDR, BERT, and optical power meters## Preferred Qualifications* Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)* Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)* Experience analyzing situations, utilizing systems and tools, and troubleshooting to resolve technical issues* Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies* Effective time management and organization* Experience in the planning and execution of Subsea SLTE projects* Experience working in a global team environment* Experience of communicating and coordinating tasks with carriers remotely---## About MetaMeta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.## Equal Employment OpportunityMeta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. 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