Fiber Architect

Insight Global; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an experienced Network Fiber Architect to lead the design, planning, and lifecycle management of a large regional dark fiber network in the Seattle area. You will work with government, education, and nonprofit partners to deliver resilient, scalable solutions that meet long-term strategic goals.

The role requires deep expertise in fiber engineering, optical transport, and large-scale infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in IT, EE, telecom, or related field.
• 10+ years in fiber/network engineering or architecture.
• Strong DWDM/CWDM, optical transport, and budgeting knowledge.
• Hands-on OTDR testing, power metering, and fiber analysis.
• Experience with dark fiber networks and planning.
• Ability to read construction drawings, permits, ROW regulations.
• Strong communicator for engaging with agencies and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SDN/open optical networking and photonics.
• Experience in large-scale regional/network planning.
• Project management experience leading large infra projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, expand, and manage lifecycle of large regional dark fiber network.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partner agencies to develop network solutions.
• Ensure resilience, scalability, and alignment with long-term objectives.
• Lead infrastructure projects from planning to completion.

Skills

Fiber network engineering

Optical transport systems

Network architecture

DWDM/CWDM

Optical budgeting

OTDR testing

Power metering

Optical analysis

Public sector coordination

Project management

Vendor certifications

Interagency coordination

Communication skills

Education

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

Master's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Tools

OTDR software

GIS mapping

Route design tools

Fiber asset management systems

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Network Fiber Architect to support the design, planning, expansion, and lifecycle management of a large regional dark fiber optic network. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that the organization’s fiber infrastructure-serving government, educational institutions, and nonprofit partners-remains resilient, scalable, and aligned with long-term strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in fiber network engineering, optical transport systems, and large scale infrastructure planning. The architect will collaborate closely with internal teams, external partner agencies, and service recipients to develop robust network solutions that support regional connectivity and public service missions.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in fiber network engineering, optical systems design, or network architecture roles.
• Extensive knowledge of dark fiber infrastructure, OSP/ISP engineering, splice design, cable routing, and optical budgeting.
• Hands-on experience with OTDR testing, power metering, optical analysis, and fiber monitoring platforms.
• Strong understanding of DWDM/CWDM, optical amplification, and transport technologies.
• Experience interpreting construction drawings, permitting requirements, and right-of-way regulations.
• Ability to diagnose complex optical impairments and fiber issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with partner agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., FOA CFOT/CFOS, BICSI DCDC/TECH, vendor optical certifications) are a plus.
• Master's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• Experience with network automation, fiber asset management systems, GIS mapping, and route design tools.
• Knowledge of SDN transport systems, open optical networking, and next generation photonic technologies.
• Experience planning large-scale regional or metropolitan fiber networks.
• Project management experience and ability to lead infrastructure projects from planning to completion.
• Familiarity with public-sector contracting, permitting, and interagency coordination.