Senior Optical Engineer

Join VultrVultr is seeking a Senior Optical Network Engineer responsible for the design, implementation, testing, optimization, troubleshooting, and support of advanced optical transport networks. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in DWDM, ROADM, OTN, Ethernet, and fiber optic transmission systems within carrier, data center, and long-haul network environments. This engineer will serve as a technical lead for network deployments, upgrades, customer support, and operational excellence initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and engineer optical transport solutions using DWDM, ROADM, OTN, and Carrier Ethernet technologiesConfigure, commission, and troubleshoot optical networking platforms from vendors such as Ciena, ADVA, Nokia, XKL, Smart Optics, and TejasPerform optical power analysis, span engineering, and link budget calculationsSupport installation and turn-up of optical circuits including 100G, 400G, 800G and beyondConduct network acceptance testing and service validation using OTDRs, optical spectrum analyzers, BER testers, power meters, and fiber inspection scopesTroubleshoot fiber impairments including attenuation, dispersion, reflection, dirty connectors, and signal degradationLead network maintenance activities, software upgrades, migrations, and outage recovery effortsProvide Tier III technical support for NOC, field operations, and customer escalationsDevelop MOPs (Methods of Procedure), engineering standards, and technical documentationTrain junior engineers and field technicians on optical networking technologies and best practicesQualifications7+ years of experience supporting optical transport and fiber optic networksStrong knowledge of DWDM/CWDM systems, ROADM architecture, OTN switching, Carrier Ethernet, TCP/IP networking, MPLS fundamentals, and SONET/SDHHands-on experience with optical test equipment including OTDRs, optical power meters, fiber microscopes, optical spectrum analyzers, and BER testersExperience performing fiber cleaning, connector inspection, and troubleshooting optical loss issuesAbility to read and interpret fiber route diagrams, KMZ files, schematics, and optical engineering documentationStrong understanding of optical impairments, amplification, dispersion, and wavelength managementExperience with coherent optics and 100G/400G/800G transmission systemsExperience with major optical platforms (Ciena 6500/Waveserver, Nokia, XKL, Smart Optics, Infinera, ADVA, Tejas)Coordinate with third-party providers and facility operators like Lumen or Digital Realty to manage LOA submissions, cross-connect implementation, and the verification of new service activations.Familiarity with Linux, scripting, or network automation toolsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)Willingness to travel and support after-hours maintenance windows when requiredCompensation$125,000 - $135,000Final compensation will vary depending on years of experience, background/skill set, location, and applicable laws.Inclusion & PrivacyWe are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Vultr will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable laws and will not conduct a background check until after an offer of employment has been extended and accepted.We also take your privacy seriously. We handle personal information responsibly and follow applicable laws, including U.S. privacy rules and India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. Your data is used only for legitimate business purposes and is protected with proper security measures.Where allowed by law, applicants may request details about the data we collect, access or delete their information, withdraw consent for its use, and opt out of nonessential communications. For more details, please see our Privacy Policy.