Network Engineer IV

PDS Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Inc. in Seattle is seeking an experienced Optical Network Operations/Support Engineer to join our team.

The role focuses on the rollout and ongoing operations of large DWDM networks and optical technologies, with emphasis on performance, reliability, and scalable infrastructure. The ideal candidate has 4+ years of hands-on experience, strong network analysis fundamentals, and deep knowledge of protocols such as DWDM, VLANs, IP, BGP, OSPF, and VPNs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in Optical Network Operations/Support roles.
• Experience with rollout and operations of large DWDM networks and optical network technologies.
• Experience with optical planning and modelling tools.
• Experience troubleshooting DWDM/Optical systems.

Skills

DWDM networks

optical planning

troubleshooting DWDM

network analysis

IP routing BGP OSPF

Job description

• Should have a minimum 4 years of experience in a Optical Network Operations/Support role
• Experience with the rollout and operations of large DWDM networks and Optical network technologies
• Experience with optical planning and modelling tools
• Experience troubleshooting DWDM/Optical systems
• Excellent network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting skills
• Candidates should also have had significant past experience with, and expertise in many of the following protocols & technologies: DWDM, T1/DS1, DS3, SONET (OC3, OC48), 802.2/3, 802.1d VLANs/STP, IPv4 & IPv6, TCP (internals & flow control), BGP, OSPF, HSRP/GLBP, PIMv2, IGMP, LDP, TACACS, IPSEC & VPNs, netflow, DNS, HTTP

Compensation: $75-80 hourly DOE

PDSINC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.