Fiber Network Design Lead — GIS & Planning

Socket; Columbia Township (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket Fiber is seeking a Network Design Specialist to plan and design fiber network solutions across customer voice and data services. You will collaborate with Network Operations, Outside Plant Design, and Service Delivery teams to ensure accurate designs and timely implementation.

Responsibilities include creating network diagrams, quotes, and PDA designs, reviewing orders for readiness, and coordinating with customers and field teams.

Qualifications

• Design and review fiber network solutions using GIS, plant records, service orders, and design tools.
• Prepare network drawings, fiber quotes, pricing, hardware recommendations, and PDA designs.
• Review service orders to verify location, plant availability, fiber path, strand assignment, and installation readiness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fiber orders, installations, cutovers, and project activities with customers, technicians, contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Troubleshoot fiber, GIS, mapping, plant data, and strand assignment issues to identify impacts and alternatives.
• Provide technical support and escalation to technicians, customers, and internal groups regarding fiber design and implementation.

Skills

GIS experience

Leadership experience

Project management

Telecommunications knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Socket Fiber is seeking a Network Design Specialist to plan and design fiber network solutions across customer voice and data services. You will collaborate with Network Operations, Outside Plant Design, and Service Delivery teams to ensure accurate designs and timely implementation.

Responsibilities include creating network diagrams, quotes, and PDA designs, reviewing orders for readiness, and coordinating with customers and field teams.