Senior Engineer, Connectivity

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Caribbean Group's Global Enterprise Technology Team is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Connectivity Engineer to design, implement, and manage Layer 1 infrastructure across maritime and shoreside systems, driving reliable, secure connectivity for guests and crew.

You will lead cross‑functional efforts, collaborate with onboard systems, data platforms, and cloud environments, monitor performance, optimize uptime, mentor juniors, and uphold industry standards across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience with Layer 1 infrastructure design and installation.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• Extensive knowledge of cabling, power, cooling, and fire suppression systems.
• Experience with CAD, Revit, and interpreting construction drawings.
• Familiarity with industry standards (TIA/EIA, IEEE).

Responsibilities

• Designs and optimizes high-performance Layer 1 physical infrastructure for maritime and land-based operations.
• Leads the implementation of enterprise-grade connectivity solutions ensuring scalability, redundancy, and security.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate connectivity solutions with onboard systems, data platforms, and cloud environments.
• Monitors and analyzes performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement and minimal downtime.
• Manages vendor relationships and negotiates SLAs for infrastructure services.
• Champions innovation by assessing emerging technologies and recommending strategic upgrades.
• Provides mentorship to junior engineers, fostering technical excellence.

Skills

Layer 1 Infrastructure Design

Infrastructure Installation

Project Leadership

Vendor Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

CAD

Revit

PDF

Job description

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Journey with us!Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.

We are proud to be the vacation‑industry leader with global brands — including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises — the most innovative fleet and private destinations, and the best people. Together, we are dedicated to turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations for our guests.

The Royal Caribbean Group’s Global Enterprise Technology Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Senior Engineer, Connectivity reporting to the Senior Manager, Connectivity Engineering.

This position is onsite and based in Miramar, Florida.

This position is also not eligible for work authorization sponsorship.

Position Summary

The Senior Infrastructure Connectivity Engineer plays a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing robust physical infrastructure solutions that ensure seamless global connectivity across our fleet, shoreside and corporate systems. This position drives strategic infrastructure initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and guest experience through reliable and secure Layer 1 architecture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designs and optimizes high-performance Layer 1 physical infrastructure for maritime and land-based operations.
• Leads the implementation of enterprise-grade connectivity solutions ensuring scalability, redundancy, and security.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate connectivity solutions with onboard systems, data platforms, and cloud environments.
• Monitors and analyzes performance metrics to ensure continuous improvement and minimal downtime.
• Manages vendor relationships and negotiates service-level agreements for infrastructure services.
• Champions innovation by assessing emerging technologies and recommending strategic upgrades to maintain leading-edge capabilities.
• Provides mentorship to junior engineers, fostering technical excellence and adherence to best practices.

Qualifications and Education

• 5-7 years’ experience with Layer 1 Infrastructure Design and Installation
• High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Exceptional and in-depth technical knowledge of the physical layer including cabling plant systems, and data related power, cooling, and fire suppression systems.
• Experience in creating and working with complex infrastructure designs and with organizing, planning, and executing architectural projects.
• Excellent knowledge of current pertinent industry standards and codes (TIA/EIA, IEEE, etc.).
• Ability to understand construction prints and documents in CAD, Revit, PDF and other formats.
• Experience in working/leading large projects involving multiple departments, business representatives, stakeholders, contractors and others.
• Knowledge and understanding of IT systems, flow charts, data concepts, and telecommunications principles.
• Working knowledge of IP reliant systems that are part of modern construction projects, including but not limited to, Audio Visual, Physical Security (CCTV and Card Access), Wireless (WiFi, DAS, PtP, Satellite), Building Automation.
• Bicsi RCDD or similar Certification preferred.

Agency and Third-Party Submissions

Please note this is a direct search by the Company, and applications through agencies and other third parties will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the Company's property.

It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Groupand each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.