Network Engineer – Optical Transport | Emapta | BGC Taguig

Emapta; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive optical engineeringpackage

On-site in BGC Taguig

Job summary

Emapta in Taguig seeks a Network Engineer – Optical Transport to architect and deploy ultra-high-capacity optical networks, spanning 100G to 800G, on-site at BGC Taguig. You will lead complex builds, commissioning, and migrations while collaborating with global ICT teams and carrier-grade clients.

The role requires hands-on DWDM/OTN expertise, strong testing skills, and English proficiency, with a permanent, on-site engagement. Immediate availability preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics & Communications or related optical field.
• 3+ years in optical transport, DWDM/telecom infra.
• Hands-on with DWDM/OTN, WDM, ROADM and coherent transmission.
• Experience with optical test equipment and field commissioning.
• Knowledge of UPSR/BLSR/ODUk protection and transport protocols.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and deploy high-capacity optical networks (100G–800G).
• Lead backbone equipment builds, migrations, and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot complex optical faults and signal degradation.
• Coordinate with international teams and client groups.
• Maintain diagrams, logs, and incident reports; ensure standards.

Skills

DWDM deployment

OTN

WDM

ROADM

Coherent transmission

Network commissioning

Troubleshooting

English communication

Education

Bachelor's in Electronics & Communications Engineering / Optical Engineering

Tools

OTDR

Optical Power Meters

OSA

Huawei U2000/NCE

Ciena Manage

Nokia NSP

Job description

Position Summary

Driving advanced optical transport network engineering, high‑capacity DWDM/OTN deployments, and global ICT infrastructure solutions in BGC Taguig, Emapta is actively seeking an accomplished Network Engineer – Optical Transport for a permanent full‑time professional engagement supporting a leading global ICT solutions provider. In this vital technical infrastructure role, you will architect, design, and deploy ultra‑high‑capacity optical networks spanning 100G to 800G transmission rates. Bringing robust professional experience in optical backbone projects, network commissioning, and equipment migrations, you will empower international telecommunications networks to achieve uncompromised bandwidth capacity, spectral efficiency, and operational uptime. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, high technical visibility, and exceptional professional growth within a premier global outsourcing and technology solutions enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a Network Engineer – Optical Transport supporting Emapta on‑site in BGC Taguig, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of optical transport network design, backbone equipment builds, network migrations, and complex troubleshooting. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities include deploying DWDM, OTN, WDM, ROADM, and coherent transmission systems, executing rigorous end‑to‑end network commissioning, and resolving intricate optical signal degradation issues. You will operate in a dynamic international technical environment while partnering closely with global ICT engineering squads and carrier‑grade client teams. You will manage application requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and deploy high‑capacity optical transport networks utilizing advanced DWDM, OTN, WDM, ROADM, and coherent transmission technologies.
• Execute complex network builds, equipment migrations, hardware upgrades, and seamless system commissioning across optical backbone links.
• Investigate, diagnose, and troubleshoot complex optical network faults, chromatic dispersion issues, and signal loss anomalies.
• Deliver comprehensive technical solutions and performance optimizations for high‑throughput 100G, 400G, and 800G transmission systems.
• Collaborate seamlessly with international technical teams, global ICT solution providers, and cross‑functional engineering squads.
• Conduct rigorous optical link power budgeting, fiber characterization reviews, and transmission performance validations.
• Ensure strict adherence to carrier‑grade engineering standards, change management governance, and safety protocols.
• Maintain meticulous network architecture diagrams, optical route documentation, equipment inventory logs, and incident reports.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE), Optical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 3+ years of progressive professional experience in optical transport engineering, DWDM network deployment, or telecom infrastructure.
• Strong, demonstrable hands‑on professional expertise in DWDM, OTN, WDM, ROADM, and coherent transmission technologies.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in optical test equipment (OTDR, Optical Power Meters, OSA) and fiber optic testing.
• Deep practical experience executing network builds, equipment migrations, and field commissioning in mission‑critical environments.
• Solid practical grasp of optical network topologies, protection switching mechanisms (UPSR, BLSR, ODUk protection), and transport protocols.
• Proven English communication proficiency, stakeholder coordination, and customer‑facing technical support capabilities.
• Mandatory legal work authorization and physical availability for on‑site professional operations in BGC Taguig.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Professional optical or telecommunications vendor certifications from leading equipment manufacturers (Huawei, Nokia, Ciena, Infinera).
• Prior professional working experience in tier‑one telecom operators, global optical network providers, or managed service enterprises.
• Hands‑on familiarity with cutting‑edge 800G deployment architectures and ultra‑long‑haul optical transmission systems.
• Experience utilizing network management and NMS provisioning platforms (Huawei U2000/NCE, Ciena Manage, Nokia NSP).
• Exposure to submarine cable landing stations, data center interconnect (DCI), and software‑defined optical networking (SDON).

Application Information

• Recruiter: Emapta Recruitment Division
• Contact Name: Ernest Yray
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone:
• Company Website: https://www.emapta.com
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Optical Engineering Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent BGC Taguig Optical Transport Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time On‑site Engagement (BGC Taguig)

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Network Engineer – Optical Transport position through Emapta, ensure your resume explicitly highlights your DWDM/OTN deployment portfolio, 100G–800G transmission experience, and hands‑on optical backbone commissioning history.