Optical Netwrok Engineer

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Optical Network Engineer Key Responsibilities Perform high quality network and/or systems operations, deployments, scaling, and more. Create and implement changes to the network. Support network projects in the areas of network sustaining engineering, network deployment/implementation, network scaling, technology refresh, best practices application, and/or network optimization. Providing critical network support to diagnose, mitigate impact, and resolve large-scale networking events. Operate and troubleshoot network routing, interconnectivity, platforms, performance, and configurations issues; including necessary low-level application interaction, Linux & Unix systems, and networking software tools. Maintain standards across the networking toolset and ensure that we are fully compliant to those standards and policies. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or above in computer science or equivalent 3+ years experience with the rollout and maintenance of large DWDM Networks and Optical Network Technologies 3+ years of experience with optical planning and modeling tools. 3+ years of experience with optical network design and troubleshooting. 1+ year(s) of professional development experience with Python or a similar tool for network automation scripting. Desired Qualifications Expert network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting skills. In depth working knowledge of IP Networking fundamentals. In depth Linux/Unix experience and the ability to script/program in python or a similar scripting language. Knowledge of L2 and L3 routing. A relevant degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent experience in a large-scale network environment.

Location :

Arlington, VA (22202)

Salary Range:

The salary for this position is between $98,000 - $105,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is eligible for commissions in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions for this position are estimated to be based on individual performance. Additionally, this role is also eligible for bonus based on achievement of mutually agreed KRAs.

Benefits :

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [personal days accrued each calendar year. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/ State] [12-15 days of paid vacation time] [6-8 weeks of paid parental leave after a year of service] [9 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System] [Tuition Reimbursement Program] Want to change the world? Let us know. Tell us about your experiences, education, and ambitions. Bring your knowledge, unique viewpoint, and creativity to the table. Let's talk! Preferred Skills Network Engineering DWDM Optical Fiber Netwroking Python scripting Job details Job

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Job Requirements Optical Netwrok Engineer Location Arlington, Virginia, US Recruiter Divya Email divy.tandel@ascendion.com About Ascendion Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.