DWDM Optical Network Engineer – Scale the Backbone

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 clients seek an Optical Network Engineer to design, implement, and support high-capacity optical backbone networks in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on DWDM systems, network performance, and scalable designs for an expanding telecom infrastructure.

The successful candidate will design, configure, and verify optical transport networks, collaborate with planning teams, and provide technical guidance to field teams. A engineering degree and strong DWDM experience are required.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, or Telecommunications) or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in optical network engineering, specifically with DWDM systems.
• Proficiency in network management systems (NMS) and fault management tools.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications protocols and standards relevant to optical networks.
• Experience with fibre optic principles, including optical power budgets and link characterization.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues under pressure.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Welkom, Free State region is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and deploy optical transport network solutions using DWDM, OTN, and other relevant technologies.
• Monitor network performance, identify anomalies, and implement corrective actions to maintain service integrity.
• Develop and maintain detailed network designs, configuration documents, and operational procedures.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause analysis for incidents affecting optical infrastructure.
• Collaborate with planning teams to forecast capacity and plan expansions.
• Manage and operate network elements from multiple vendors for interoperability.
• Test and validate new optical equipment and technologies before deployment.
• Provide technical support and guidance to field operations teams.

Skills

DWDM technology

Optical network engineering

NMS tools

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Fault management tools

Network management systems (NMS)

Job description

Placements24 clients seek an Optical Network Engineer to design, implement, and support high-capacity optical backbone networks in Welkom, Free State. The role focuses on DWDM systems, network performance, and scalable designs for an expanding telecom infrastructure.

The successful candidate will design, configure, and verify optical transport networks, collaborate with planning teams, and provide technical guidance to field teams. A engineering degree and strong DWDM experience are required.