Network Engineer, Optical Deployment

Meta Platforms, Inc.•Menlo Park, CA

29d

About The Position

Meta is looking for an Optical Deployment Engineer who will be responsible for the deployment and support of one of the world's largest and most complex networks. As a member of this team, you will have a unique opportunity to be involved in projects related to implementation & scaling of the optical network at Meta. The ideal candidate is an engineer who can work in a fast-paced environment and with a constantly evolving network. A quick learner, proactive, and highly motivated engineer that is not afraid to challenge the status quo, with a creative mind to find solutions and workarounds for day-to-day problems. As an Optical Deployment Engineer, you are not afraid to propose new ideas, gather constructive feedback from others, and push forward to make these ideas a reality.

Requirements

Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience. Degree must be completed prior to joining Meta
Demonstrated hands-on experience deploying optical networks
Experience with optical network design, installation and maintenance for service providers or enterprise networks
Knowledge of optical theory, transport technologies and the operation of optical transport systems
Experience with field-based work on Subsea Deployments, POPs, carrier hotels, data centers and central office environments
Experience with optical test equipment and optical troubleshooting experience using OTDR, OSA, BERT and optical power meters
Experience creating rack elevations and other planned/install/as-built documentation
Effective time management and organization

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of coding in at least one language (i.e. Python), preferably for network or systems automation with knowledge of scripting languages
Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol, network management protocol, network routing protocol (like BGP), Layer 2 concepts (e.g. STP, VLANs etc.), ipv6 and network monitoring
Knowledge of Cable Landing Station & Data Center design and operational best practices
Experience working in a large cross functional global team environment

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and support a large-scale production optical network that spans longhaul terrestrial, regional metros and subsea networks, interconnecting data centers and Points of Presence (POP) sites across North and South America
Create and maintain Engineering Design Packages for subsea, metro, regional and long-haul DWDM systems
Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership and guidance during deployment activities
Collaborate with vendors/manufacturers to evaluate new hardware/software and create optical standards for network deployment teams
Reviewing Acceptance Documents provided by vendors and subcontractors deploying equipment on our network
Provide technical expertise to network provisioning engineers for troubleshooting out-of-service or faulty circuits
Plan, schedule and perform complex network migrations
Work closely with cross functional team of Network Engineers, Planners, Logistics Vendors, and Fiber Providers to ensure seamless introduction of new optical technologies into the production network
Proactively contribute to documentation, automation and processes as they evolve
This role will involve some pre-planned travel from time to time