Lead Hyperscaler Network Engineer

Ericsson GmbH; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking an experienced engineering professional to lead Optical Transport Networks and Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure projects in the US. This role covers solution design, rack integration, structured cabling, deployment support, and customer engagement for large-scale data centers and networks.

You will act as a trusted technical advisor, develop deployment methodologies, review BOMs and cabling designs, and mentor field engineers and partners.

Qualifications

• Experience with Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure design, deployment, and operations.
• Expertise in Optical Transport Networks including DWDM, ROADM, and Data Center Interconnect (DCI) architectures.
• Hands-on knowledge of MPO/MTP architectures, fiber trunks, patch panels, ODFs/FDFs, and high-density cabling systems.
• Proficiency in fiber testing methodologies including OTDR, insertion loss, continuity, and polarity validation.
• Experience leading technical workshops, design reviews, and customer-facing engineering discussions.
• Strong consultative, problem-solving, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical SME for Optical Transport Networks, Fiber Optic Infrastructure, and Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure across US customer projects.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the full project lifecycle - solution design, engineering reviews, deployment planning, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational support.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, defining deployment methodologies, migration plans, and best practices.
• Develop engineering standards, deployment procedures, methods of procedure (MOPs), testing plans, and technical documentation.
• Support implementation and testing of complex fiber optic infrastructure, including high-density fiber cabling, MPO/MTP architectures, and structured cabling solutions.
• Support rack-level integration, infrastructure migrations, network upgrades, and data center expansion programs while minimizing operational risk.
• Review customer requirements, BOMs, rack elevations, and cabling designs to ensure solutions are sound and executable.
• Provide mentorship and training to internal teams, field engineers, and deployment partners.

Skills

Data Center Infra

DWDM/ROADM

Fiber Optics

MPO/MTP

OTDR

Project Leadership

Technical Documentation

Job description

Grow with us!

• Preferred location: Plano, Texas
• Other locations being considered: Overland Park, Kansas - Columbus, Ohio - Reston, Virginia - Atlanta, Georgia
• Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1's, H-1B1's, E-3's, O-1's, and TN's. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on CPT or EAD for this position.

About this opportunity

Ericsson is looking for an experienced engineering professional with strong expertise in Optical Transport Networks, Fiber Optic Infrastructure, and Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure. This US-based role encompasses technical leadership, solution design, rack integration, structured cabling, deployment support, and customer engagement for large-scale data center and network infrastructure projects. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor, applying your knowledge of physical infrastructure, complex fiber cabling systems, and optical transport networks to help customers build, deploy, and operate reliable, scalable, and high-performance infrastructure solutions.

What you will do:

• Serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Optical Transport Networks, Fiber Optic Infrastructure, and Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure across US customer projects.
• Provide technical guidance throughout the full project lifecycle - solution design, engineering reviews, deployment planning, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational support.
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, defining infrastructure deployment methodologies, migration plans, and operational best practices.
• Develop engineering standards, deployment procedures, methods of procedure (MOPs), testing plans, and technical documentation.
• Support implementation and testing of complex fiber optic infrastructure, including high-density fiber cabling, MPO/MTP architectures, and structured cabling solutions.
• Support rack-level integration, infrastructure migrations, network upgrades, and data center expansion programs while minimizing operational risk.
• Review customer requirements, bills of materials (BOMs), rack elevations, and cabling designs to ensure solutions are technically sound and executable.
• Provide mentorship and training to internal teams, field engineers, and deployment partners.

The skills you bring:

• Strong knowledge of Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure design, deployment, and operations.
• Experience with rack integration, hardware installation standards, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure best practices.
• Expertise in Optical Transport Networks including DWDM, ROADM, and Data Center Interconnect (DCI) architectures.
• Hands-on knowledge of MPO/MTP architectures, fiber trunks, patch panels, ODFs/FDFs, and high-density fiber optic cabling systems.
• Proficiency in fiber testing methodologies including OTDR, insertion loss, continuity, and polarity validation.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure deployments, technology refreshes, and migration programs in Points of Presence (POPs) and data centers.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical workshops, design reviews, and customer-facing engineering discussions.
• Strong consultative, problem-solving, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.
• AI is becoming core to how we build and deliver at Ericsson. We're seeking talent who are ready to learn, adapt, and develop the skills needed to thrive in an AI-enabled future.
• Ability to travel 50%.

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [e-mail].

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: United States (US) || Preferred Location: Plano, Texas

Other Locations Being Considered: Overland Park, Kansas - Columbus, Ohio - Reston, Virginia - Atlanta, Georgia

Job details: Network Engineer

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson

At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay

The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of