Principal Network Engineer

DOCOMO PACIFIC INC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At DOCOMO PACIFIC, we are building the digital foundation for the future of the Marianas. As the region’s leading provider of advanced telecommunications and connectivity solutions, we are investing in next-generation infrastructure; 5G, fiber expansion, subsea connectivity, and emerging technologies to power economic growth, strengthen resilience, and connect our communities to what matters most. We are seeking a Principal Network Engineer to play a critical leadership role in shaping this future. This role is for a senior technical and strategic leader responsible for defining the long-term evolution of the network infrastructure while driving operational excellence across engineering teams.

Requirements

Experience operating in island or geographically distributed network environments
Knowledge of subsea cable systems and international connectivity
Strong ability to connect technical strategy with business outcomes
Passion for building teams and developing future leaders
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in telecom or service provider environments
Proven leadership experience managing and developing engineering teams
Track record of driving organizational transformation and operational efficiency
Experience in service delivery across voice, video, data, and wireless platforms
Advanced knowledge of IP/MPLS (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EVPN, Segment Routing)
Strong experience with transport technologies (DWDM, Carrier Ethernet, SONET/SDH)
Hands-on expertise in broadband access (GPON, XGSPON, xDSL)
Experience with multi-vendor platforms (Cisco, Juniper, Nokia/Alcatel-Lucent, Ciena, Arista)
Familiarity with network monitoring tools and automation frameworks

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering license (or equivalent) preferred
Certifications such as CCIE or CCNP-SP highly valued

Responsibilities

Lead development of a multi-year network technology roadmap across IP/MPLS, transport (DWDM), and broadband access (GPON/XGSPON/HFC)
Design and evaluate next-generation architectures including Segment Routing MPLS, EVPN, and next-gen PON
Translate business strategy into network investments, capacity planning, and infrastructure expansion
Evaluate emerging technologies, vendor roadmaps, and global standards (IETF, IEEE, MEF)
Streamline engineering, transport, and NOC functions to improve efficiency and reduce redundancy
Establish standardized workflows, SOPs, and cross-domain operating models
Lead automation initiatives to reduce manual provisioning and improve scalability
Define and track KPIs including network availability, MTTR, and service delivery performance
Mentor and develop engineers across IP, transport, and access domains
Design structured technical training programs and competency frameworks
Foster a culture of accountability, documentation, and continuous improvement
Serve as a senior escalation point and technical authority
Oversee design, deployment, and optimization of carrier-grade network infrastructure
Support enterprise and wholesale services including DIA, Metro Ethernet, and wavelength services
Provide governance over major network changes and architecture decisions
Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing network operations

Benefits

Career Growth: Start here and move up. Docomo Pacific invests in your training and development.
Community Impact: Your outreach strengthens relationships while creating meaningful experiences that support and empower our island communities.
Team Culture: You’re never alone and we’ve got each other’s backs with the spirit of Ina’fa’maolek (working together for the greater good).
Benefits & Perks: Competitive pay, health coverage, paid time off, and more.
Pride & Purpose: Be part of Guam’s most trusted telecom provider, delivering “Tomorrow’s Islands, Today.”

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