Optical Network Engineer

Reference: 168506_1783330839

We're partnering with a leading global technology company to hire an experienced Optical Netwrok Engineer for a high-impact contract role. You'll be operating with one of the world's most complex, large-scale optical networks.

What you'll be doing

  • Operate and support DWDM optical networks over fibre infrastructure.
  • Handle fibre and optical network events (e.g. fibre cuts, degradation).
  • Ensure traffic protection and restoration, including rerouting and capacity recovery.
  • Perform network device software upgrades on optical platforms:
    • Upgrades are manual / semi‑manual, requiring close operational oversight.
    • Significant coordination required with internal customers and engineering teams.
    • Work is executed within approved change windows with strict change management processes.
  • Identify in‑scope devices, assess impact, prepare execution plans, and carry out upgrades.
  • Engage with optical equipment vendors when required.

Technology Environment

  • DWDM optical transport networks
  • Optical fibre infrastructure
  • Multi‑vendor environments, typically including:
    • Ciena
    • Cisco
    • Infinera
    • Nokia

Nice to Have

  • Exposure to large‑scale cloud provider or hyperscale environments.
  • Experience in:
    • Large ISPs / telecoms (Vodafone, Three, etc.)
    • Internet / content providers
    • Comparable organisations (Microsoft, Meta, Oracle, TikTok, etc.)
  • Familiarity with multi‑vendor optical networks (depth in one vendor is fine).

If you're looking for a long-term contract working with one of the leading technology companies, Apply now!

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 06/07/2026
Reference: 168506_1783330839

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