Senior Network Engineer

Job: Network Optical Engineer (DWDM)

Location: Dublin 2

Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months

Rate: €80-100k

Job Description:

• Design, build and rollout our global DWDM networks;
• Drive scaling designs to meet the demand of our customers;
• Create processes that help operate and build our optical network;
• Work closely with other Networking teams;
• Evaluate new products and drive commercial tender process;
• Ensure that the optical network adheres to the defined network standards;
• Review and implement changes on the optical systems;
• Drive operational excellence projects to drive improvements in our DWDM network quality and reliability;
• Troubleshoot complex problems and develop innovative solutions day to day on our network.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technology related field or equivalent experience
• Ideally gained over 4+ years industry experience;
• Experience with optical planning, modelling tools and rollout of large DWDM networks;
• Expertise IP networking fundamentals and IP protocols;
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major DWDM platforms (Ciena, Infinera and Cisco);
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major router platforms (Cisco and Juniper) including compatible supervisory and line cards for these platforms;
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with major internet routing protocols; specifically, BGP and OSPF;
• Excellent network analysis fundamentals and robust troubleshooting skills;

Candidates should also have had significant past experience with, and expertise in many of the following protocols & technologies: DWDM, T1/DS1, DS3, SONET (OC3, OC48), 802.2/3, 802.1d VLANs/STP, IPv4 & IPv6, TCP (internals & flow control), BGP, OSPF, HSRP/GLBP, PIMv2, IGMP, LDP, TACACS, IPSEC & VPNs, netflow, DNS, HTTP;

This is an exciting opportunity to join a world leading organisation and challenge your capabilities and improve your skills with this great opportunity. If you would be interested, please submit your CV to the link provided now for immediate consideration.