Optical Network Deployment Engineer (DWDM & IP Backbone) | Infogain | Bangalore, India

Infogain; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Infogain is seeking an Optical Network Deployment Engineer to support backbone IP and optical deployments in Bangalore. You will design, upgrade, and maintain high-capacity transport networks ensuring reliable, high-performance connectivity.

You will deploy, upgrade, and migrate DWDM and IP/MPLS systems, working with Ciena 6500 and Infinera platforms. Strong routing, switching, and troubleshooting skills are essential for cross‑functional collaboration and timely rollouts.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of hands-on experience in optical network deployment.
• Strong DWDM technology experience.
• Experience with Ciena 6500 and/or Infinera platforms.
• Solid TCP/IP networking fundamentals.
• Experience with OSPF, BGP, and MPLS.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, operate, and support backbone IP and Optical networks.
• Perform DWDM network deployment, upgrades, and migrations.
• Work with optical platforms such as Ciena 6500 and Infinera.
• Configure and troubleshoot routing and switching environments.
• Support IP/MPLS protocols including OSPF, BGP, and MPLS.
• Monitor network performance and optimize capacity and availability.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues across optical and IP layers.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams for smooth network rollouts.
• Ensure adherence to operational standards and best practices.

Skills

DWDM technologies

TCP/IP networking

OSPF/BGP/MPLS

Routing & switching concepts

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CCNA

JNCIA

Tools

Ciena 6500

Infinera

Job description

Job Title

Optical Network Deployment Engineer (DWDM & IP Backbone) | Infogain | Bangalore, India

Recruiting Company

Infogain

Job Location

Bangalore, India

Job Type

Full-Time

Additional Info

3–6 years’ experience | Backbone IP & Optical Networks

Position Summary

Infogain is hiring an experienced Optical Network Deployment Engineer to support backbone IP and optical network deployments in Bangalore. This role is critical to designing, upgrading, and maintaining high‑capacity transport networks that ensure reliable, high‑performance connectivity.

Detailed Job Description

As an Optical Network Deployment Engineer, you will work on large‑scale backbone network projects involving DWDM and IP/MPLS infrastructures. You will be responsible for deploying, upgrading, and migrating optical networks while ensuring optimal performance and service continuity. The role requires strong hands‑on expertise with leading vendor platforms such as Ciena and Infinera, along with solid IP routing fundamentals. You will collaborate closely with operations, planning, and engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize network performance, and support mission‑critical network services. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about optical transport and next‑generation networking.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, operate, and support backbone IP and Optical networks
• Perform DWDM network deployment, upgrades, and migrations
• Work with optical platforms such as Ciena 6500 and Infinera
• Configure and troubleshoot routing and switching environments
• Support IP/MPLS protocols including OSPF, BGP, and MPLS
• Monitor network performance and optimize capacity and availability
• Troubleshoot complex network issues across optical and IP layers
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams for smooth network rollouts
• Ensure adherence to operational standards and best practices

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3–6 years of hands‑on experience in optical network deployment
• Strong expertise in DWDM technologies
• Experience with Ciena 6500 and/or Infinera platforms
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals
• Working knowledge of routing & switching concepts
• Hands‑on experience with OSPF, BGP, and MPLS
• Experience with network upgrades, migrations, and optimization
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced environments

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• CCNA certification
• JNCIA certification
• Experience supporting large backbone or carrier‑grade networks
• Exposure to multi‑vendor optical environments
• Strong documentation and coordination skills

Recruitment Pro Tip

To stand out, highlight specific optical deployments you’ve delivered—mention DWDM systems used, backbone capacity handled, migrations performed, and how your work improved network reliability or performance.