L3 DWDM Engineer / DWDM Project Lead

Glow Networks, Inc.; Panchkula; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Glow Networks, Inc. is seeking a DWDM Design & Deployment engineer to own end-to-end optical network projects in India. You will design metro and long-haul DWDM architectures, validate BOQ/BOM, and lead acceptance testing with customers and vendors.

You will work with Cisco and Ciena platforms, perform optical measurements, OSNR analysis, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Qualifications

• Strong DWDM and optical transport fundamentals.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco & Ciena DWDM.

Responsibilities

• Own DWDM projects from design to final handover; lead end-to-end execution.
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Skills

DWDM fundamentals

Cisco & Ciena DWDM

Optical testing & Link AT

Tools

NCS 1004/1010/1014

ONS platforms

ZR/ZR+ optics

Waveserver

Job description

Key Responsibilities - End-to-End DWDM Project Ownership

• Own DWDM projects from design to final handover
• Network architecture & solution design
• BOQ/BOM validation
• Implementation, integration, commissioning, and Link AT
• Customer sign-off and documentation

DWDM Design, Engineering & Link Planning

• Design metro, long-haul, and DCI DWDM networks
• ROADM-based architectures
• C-band / C+L band systems
• 100G / 400G coherent wavelength solutions
• Optical link engineering, power budgeting, OSNR, CD, PMD analysis

Link Acceptance Testing (AT) & Optical Validation

• Lead end-to-end Link Acceptance Testing
• Define test plans and acceptance criteria
• Execute fiber characterization and certification
• Ensure compliance with customer and OEM standards

Optical Test & Measurement Expertise

• OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer)
• Optical Power Meters
• Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA)
• Variable Optical Attenuators (VOA)
• BER testing and optical performance monitoring

Cisco & Ciena Platform Expertise

Cisco Platforms:

• NCS 1004, NCS 1010, NCS 1014
• ONS platforms, ZR/ZR+ optics

Ciena Platforms:

• 6500 series, Waveserver platforms
• Coherent optics and DCI solutions

Troubleshooting & Optimization

• L3 escalation for optical layer issues
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Power balancing and OSNR optimization

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

• Primary technical interface for customers
• Lead design reviews and acceptance discussions
• Participate in high-level technical meetings

Governance, Documentation & Mentoring

• Review HLD/LLD, MOPs, test procedures
• Approve AT reports and as-built documents
• Mentor L1/L2 engineers

Mandatory Skills

• Strong DWDM and optical transport fundamentals
• Hands-on experience with Cisco & Ciena DWDM
• Optical testing and Link AT expertise

Good to Have

• Hyperscaler DCI experience (Microsoft preferred)
• Multi-country project exposure
• Cisco / Ciena certifications
• PMP / ITIL exposure

Behavioral Competencies

• Ownership mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Calm under pressure
• Clear technical communication

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