Remote Fiber Optics Network Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life insurance

Remote work

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer with a fiber optics focus to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design and optimize expansive fiber optic networks, perform capacity planning, and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure high availability and performance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of telecom network experience, deep knowledge of DWDM, OTN, GPON, and Ethernet over Fiber, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Formación

• 4+ years of telecommunications network engineering experience, with a focus on fiber optics.
• In-depth knowledge of optical networking technologies (DWDM, OTN, GPON, Ethernet over Fiber).
• Proficient with network design and planning tools and fiber testing methodologies.
• Certifications (e.g., Ciena, Nokia, Cisco Optical) are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and diagnostic skills; strong communication and remote-work discipline.

Responsabilidades

• Design and plan fiber optic network architectures, including route selection and capacity planning.
• Configure, deploy, and maintain optical transport equipment (OLT, ONT, switches, routers).
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.
• Troubleshoot complex fiber optic issues and ensure high availability and reliability.
• Develop and maintain network documentation and diagrams.
• Collaborate with field technicians and other teams to ensure successful deployment and maintenance.
• Stay updated on emerging fiber optic technologies and best practices.
• Perform capacity analysis and forecasting to support future growth.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Remote work capability

Team collaboration

Educación

Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications degree

Herramientas

Network design tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer with a fiber optics focus to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design and optimize expansive fiber optic networks, perform capacity planning, and troubleshoot complex issues to ensure high availability and performance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of telecom network experience, deep knowledge of DWDM, OTN, GPON, and Ethernet over Fiber, and strong analytical and communication skills.