DWDM Engineer

ZTE Malaysia; Kuching; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent telecommunications company is looking for a skilled professional in Kuching to support OTN/DWDM networks. You will deploy and optimize systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high network reliability. Requirement includes a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or Engineering, and a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience. Local candidates from Sarawak preferred, and the position involves on-call duties and occasional travel within East Malaysia. Must be detail-oriented and able to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in OTN/DWDM technical support or network operations.
• Understanding of fiber management, AC/DC wiring, and optical network standards.
• Knowledge of 5G backhaul, metro fiber, and submarine cable networks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and optimize OTN/DWDM systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve optical network issues.
• Ensure network reliability with low latency and high capacity.
• Integrate OTN/DWDM with IP/MPLS, GPON, and enterprise networks.
• Conduct technical training for customer staff.

Skills

Hands-on experience with OTN/DWDM equipment

Familiar with network monitoring tools

Proficiency in Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office

Detail-oriented

Ability to handle pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

U2000

NMS

Infinera DNA

Nokia NFM-T

Ciena MCP

Netnumen U31

UME ZENICONE

Job description

Job Description

• Network Modernization & Support
• Deploy, configure, and optimize OTN/DWDM systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve optical network issues.
• Ensure network reliability with low latency and high capacity.
• Integrate OTN/DWDM with IP/MPLS, GPON, and enterprise networks.
• Conduct technical training for customer staff.
• Develop training materials and mentor junior engineers.
• Configure and maintain DWDM/OTN Network
• Perform fiber characterization tests (OTDR, OSA, Power Meter, End to End Stability Tests).
• Monitor wavelength assignments, power levels, and network degradation.
• Implement protection schemes (1+1, SNCP, OLP, ASON).

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with OTN/DWDM equipment.
• Familiar with network monitoring tools (U2000, NMS, Infinera DNA, Nokia NFM‑T, Ciena MCP, Netnumen U31, UME ZENICONE).
• Understanding of fiber management, AC/DC wiring, and optical network standards (ITU‑T G.709, G.875).
• Proficiency in Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Office.
• Minimum 2 years in OTN/DWDM technical support or network operations.
• Experience with telecom carriers, ISPs, or enterprise transport networks.
• Knowledge of 5G backhaul, metro fiber, and submarine cable networks is a plus.
• Own transport (car) and willing to travel within East Malaysia.
• On‑call 24/7 and available for night shifts when required.
• Detail‑oriented, independent, and able to handle pressure.
• Only open to local Malaysians.
• Local from Sarawak will be prioritized.