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Senior Network Engineer (DWDM) - Remote

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Senior (5-10 years)
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Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, Extensive experience in DWDM deployment and troubleshooting, Proven knowledge of Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR), Familiarity with core network concepts and fiber optic cabling systems.

Key responsabilities:

  • Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot global network infrastructure
  • Participate in team meetings to share knowledge and ideas
  • Contribute to new DWDM network deployments and upgrades
  • Analyze fiber designs for resilience, maintaining documentation
  • Assist with live network issues and side projects
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Job description

Job Description

Do you have a passion for network engineering technologies?

Are you looking for the freedom to innovate and help shape the next generation of the network?

Join our Network Engineering team!

The Network Engineering team is a highly-skilled group of individuals. We work with technologies such as DWDM, switches, routers, Peering/Backbone/Transit circuits, DDOS mitigation, and other Linode services. We provide the best connectivity to serve our customers and compute platform.

Partner with the best

As a DWDM Network Engineer at Akamai, you'll deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot our global network infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure optimal performance and reliability for clients, contributing to network growth and stability.

As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be responsible for-

  • Acquiring comprehensive understanding of DWDM network infrastructure principles and equipment.
  • Demonstrating commitment to safety protocols when working with fiber optic cables and network equipment.
  • Participating in collaborative team meetings to share knowledge and brainstorm solutions.
  • Contributing to the successful deployment of new DWDM networks and network build-out.
  • Assisting with network augmentations, upgrades, and troubleshooting live network issues.
  • Analyzing fiber designs for network resilience and maintaining a well-documented network environment.
  • Participating in assigned side projects to enhance overall network efficiency.

Do What You Love

To be successful in this role you will-

  • Possess a Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
  • Possess extensive experience in DWDM network deployment, operation, troubleshooting, and design, to work alongside common vendors.
  • Have proven knowledge of Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR) which allows to accurately configure test parameters, analyze fiber optic traces, and identify potential network issues.
  • Be skilled in implementing network changes following established procedures and possess excellent problem-solving abilities.
  • Have effective communication skills for technical documentation, collaboration and be able to work independently, manage multiple projects, and mentor junior engineers
  • Have familiarity with core network concepts, a deep understanding of fiber optic cabling systems.

Work in a way that works for you

FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.

Learn what makes Akamai a great place to work

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We power and protect life online, by solving the toughest challenges, together.

At Akamai, we're curious, innovative, collaborative and tenacious. We celebrate diversity of thought and we hold an unwavering belief that we can make a meaningful difference. Our teams use their global perspectives to put customers at the forefront of everything they do, so if you are people-centric, you'll thrive here.

Working for you

At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life-

  • Your health
  • Your finances
  • Your family
  • Your time at work
  • Your time pursuing other endeavors

Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.

About Us

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

Join us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!

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Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Industry :
Computer Software / SaaS
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Verbal Communication Skills
  • Mentorship
  • Information Technology
  • Collaboration

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