Fiber Design Specialist I

Freddie Mac; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Fiber Design Specialist I to design and deliver a hyperscale fiber optic network. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fiber networking, critical thinking skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Responsibilities include planning fiber optic networks, creating technical diagrams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits through Cigna or Kaiser

Dental benefits through Cigna

401k Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Corporate Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing Education via platforms like Udemy

Wellness Days

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in fiber optic network sales engineering or design.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic technology, including fiber types and connectors.
• Experience with design software, including AutoCAD and ArcGIS.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan fiber optic networks including route planning.
• Create and maintain detailed network diagrams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Telecom

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Google Earth

ESRI

FiberPlanIT

Job description

Fiber Design Specialist I

Work Location: Colorado - Remote

We are seeking a Fiber Design Specialist I to help design and deliver a hyperscale fiber optic network to meet accelerating capacity demand in support of one of the world's largest tech platforms.

As a Fiber Design Specialist I, you will partner closely with Network Development Managers, cross-functional teams, and our suppliers to help design, plan and execute the delivery of fiber networks. This role requires a solid fiber networking background, critical thinking skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with Network Development Managers and vendors to design and plan fiber optic networks including route planning and strand assignment from point of presence (POP) to POP
• Create and maintain detailed logical and physical network diagrams including fiber routing, splice points, and network topology through the minimum point of entry (MPOE), cross-connects, and patch panels into optical equipment
• Identify and signal demand to Network Development Managers for required orders for splices between vendor fiber, OSX patches, cross-connects, riser fiber, racks, and PDUs
• Identify opportunities to pre-order components to reduce overall fiber delivery intervals
• Help define supply requirements and master fiber path records, match contracts to master fiber path records and assign physical strands to rails using internal systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, construction, and operations, to ensure successful project delivery
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies
• Provide technical support and guidance to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in fiber optic network design
• Participate in the development of new business opportunities and proposals

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecom, Computer Science, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in fiber optic network sales engineering or design, with a focus on both outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP)
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic technology, including fiber types, connectors, ILA hut design, and DWDM transmission systems
• Experience with design software, such as AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Google Earth, and/or specialized fiber design tools, e.g., ESRI, FiberPlanIT
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including Data Center Project Management, Data Center Networking, Network Planning, Network Development Managers, Network Implementation Engineers, Data Center OSP and Edge Network Services teams
• Ability to travel 5-10% or as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecom, Computer Science, or related field
• Professional certification, e.g., PE or CCNA
• Experience with fiber optic network splicing, testing, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of telecommunications industry standards and regulations, e.g., TIA, FOA, and IEEE
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools, e.g., Agile, Asana

Salary Range
$28.76 - $45.40 USD (Hourly)

• Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.
• Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

Astreya offers comprehensive b enefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees, including:

• Medical provided through Cigna (PPO, HSA, EPO options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
• Dental provided through Cigna (DPPO & DHMO options)
• Nationwide Vision provided through VSP
• Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
• Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
• Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
• Corporate Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Days
• 401k Plan
• Basic Life, Accidental Life, Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
• Paid Holidays
• Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other fringe benefits required under state and federal law