Optical Network Engineer

TENARAI TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED; Electronic City; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

TENARAI TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED in Bangalore is seeking an Optical Network Deployment Engineer to support backbone capacity deployment, optical transport implementation, and operations. You will handle DWDM deployment, commissioning, testing, and capacity upgrades across PoPs and data centers.

The role requires hands-on experience with Ciena 6500 and Infinera platforms, DWDM channels, and fiber infrastructure; TCP/IP routing knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Ciena 6500 optical transport equipment.
• Strong knowledge of DWDM technologies and components (ROADM, Mux/Demux, amplifiers, transponders).
• Experience in DWDM channel builds, channel optimization, and optical cross-connects.
• Practical experience with fiber connectivity, testing, troubleshooting, and capacity upgrades.
• Good understanding of TCP/IP and routing protocols (BGP/OSPF/MPLS).
• CCNA/JNCIA or equivalent routing knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, commission, and test DWDM line systems with calibration and testing.
• Install and commission optical network equipment (Ciena 6500, Infinera) across PoPs and data centers.
• Perform chassis and line-card installations, fiber patching, channel creation and cross-connects.
• Execute upgrades, migrations, re-stripes, equipment swaps, and capacity expansions.
• Conduct software/firmware upgrades and post-deployment validation.
• Troubleshoot optical network issues and restore service within timelines.
• Prepare BoMs, JSNs, deployment plans, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve network design and deployment processes.
• Support multivendor testing and ensure adherence to deployment procedures.

Skills

DWDM technologies

Ciena 6500 experience

TCP/IP routing fundamentals

BGP/OSPF/MPLS knowledge

Multivendor network experience

Documentation and troubleshooting

Job description

Job Title: Optical Network Deployment Engineer

Location: Bangalore
Work Mode: Work From Office (5 Days a Week)
Shift: Night Shifts / 247 Operational Support as Required

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Optical Network Deployment Engineer to join our network infrastructure team and support backbone network capacity deployment, optical transport implementation, and network operations. The role involves DWDM deployment, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, capacity upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning of optical network infrastructure.

The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience with Ciena and/or Infinera optical platforms, DWDM technologies, fiber‑optic infrastructure, and network routing fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, commission, and test DWDM line systems, including calibration, verification, and BERT testing.
• Install and commission optical network equipment, particularly Ciena 6500 and Infinera, across Points of Presence (PoPs) and data centers.
• Perform chassis and line‑card installations, fiber patching, channel creation, optimization, and cross‑connect builds.
• Execute network upgrades, migrations, re‑stripes, equipment swaps, capacity expansions, and decommissioning activities.
• Perform software/firmware upgrades, device re‑bootstrap, and post‑deployment validation.
• Troubleshoot optical network issues, identify root causes, and restore service within defined timelines.
• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BoMs), Job Start Notifications (JSNs), deployment plans, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve network design, deployment processes, scalability, and operational efficiency.
• Support multivendor network testing and ensure compliance with deployment procedures and quality standards.

Required Skills & Experience

• Hands‑on experience with Ciena 6500 optical transport equipment is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of DWDM technologies and components, including ROADM, Mux/Demux, amplifiers, and transponders.
• Experience in DWDM channel builds, channel optimization, optical cross‑connects, and network commissioning.
• Practical experience with optical equipment installation, fiber connectivity, testing, troubleshooting, and capacity upgrades.
• Good understanding of fiber‑optic technology, including fiber types, connectors, optics, patch panels, and optical transport systems.
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and MPLS.
• Knowledge of routing and switching fundamentals; CCNA, JNCIA, or equivalent knowledge is preferred.
• Experience in multivendor network environments and optical testing tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and coordinate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ciena and/or Infinera certifications, or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Experience in backbone network deployment, data center builds, and large‑scale optical network infrastructure.
• Familiarity with deployment documentation, maintenance procedures, and network change management.

Work Requirements

• Location: Bangalore
• Work Arrangement: 5 days a week, Work From Office (WFO)
• Shift Requirement: Must be comfortable working night shifts and rotational shifts, as applicable.
• Willingness to support scheduled maintenance windows and network deployment activities outside regular business hours.

Interested candidates with strong hands‑on experience in optical network deployment, DWDM technologies, and Ciena 6500 are encouraged to apply.