Network Engineer - Optical Transport

FiberLight LLC; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

FiberLight LLC is seeking an Optical Transport Engineer in the Dallas/Fort Worth area to design, deploy, and optimize DWDM and ROADM-based fiber networks. You will review designs, lead migrations, build budgets, and track cost savings while ensuring high availability and scalability across the core network.

The role requires 12+ years in fiber optics, hands-on experience with Ciena and Fujitsu equipment, and strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 12+ years in network engineering with fiber optic transmission, DWDM and ROADM.
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting Ciena and Fujitsu optical equipment.
• Solid knowledge of optical networking principles: propagation, attenuation, dispersion, amplification.
• Proficiency with network design tools and methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain fiber optic transmission systems using DWDM/ROADM.
• Develop and optimize network architectures for high availability and performance.
• Conduct engineering analysis and design for equipment from Ciena, Fujitsu, and other vendors.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance to ensure service reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies into the network.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Develop and maintain documentation for network designs, configurations, and procedures.
• Stay current with industry trends in fiber optics and optical networking.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, CS, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Ciena equipment

Fujitsu equipment

Job description

Description

*Must be located in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area or willing to Relocate*

FiberLight is a leading regional provider of innovative networking solutions. We are committed to delivering high-performance, reliable, diverse, and scalable network infrastructure to our clients. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Optical Transport Engineer with expertise in DWDM and Ethernet networks, along with a solid understanding of outside plant fiber infrastructure and power and space requirements in the telecommunications sector, to join our dynamic team.

In this role, the Optical Transport Engineer will review network designs, develop optimization or migration strategies, and oversee the efficient deployment of services across the network. You will also create detailed budgets to support these initiatives and monitor cost savings following migrations. Strong communication, time management, and project management abilities are critical for success in this position.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain fiber optic transmission systems, including Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) and Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexer (ROADM) technologies.
• Develop and optimize network architectures and configurations to ensure high availability, scalability, and performance.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis and design for optical transport equipment from manufacturers such as Ciena, Fujitsu, and Smart Optics.
• Perform network performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization to maintain service reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate emerging technologies and solutions into the existing network infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for network designs, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in fiber optic transmission and optical networking technologies.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on fiber optic transmission, DWDM, and ROADM technologies.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with Ciena and Fujitsu optical equipment, including configuration, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• Strong knowledge of optical networking principles, including signal propagation, attenuation, dispersion, and amplification.
• Proficiency in network design tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in optical networking or related fields (e.g., Ciena Certified Optical Network Professional, Fujitsu Optical Networking Certification).
• Experience with network automation and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl).
• Familiarity with network management systems and protocols (e.g., SNMP, NETCONF).