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DWDM Engineer

ZTE Malaysia

Kuching

On-site

MYR 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

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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.
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