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Network Engineer

SkyePoint Decisions

Springfield, USA

Mid

Onsite

$120,000-$145,000

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Responsibilities:

Engineer, maintain, and troubleshoot DWDM optical transport systems supporting metropolitan‐area networks, including power levels, optical budgets, wavelength assignments, and fault isolation.
Support the reliable operation of fiber‐optic ring networks, including monitoring of protection switching, managing topology changes, and ensuring continuity of critical data paths.
Diagnose transport‐layer events using carrier‐grade telemetry, alarm structures, and diagnostic indicators analogous to SONET (LOS, LOF, AIS, RDI, etc.).
Develop and maintain documentation, diagrams, optical power logs, wavelength plans, and standard operating procedures.
Provide technical input for modernization efforts involving fiber plant upgrades, DWDM system enhancements, or new optical routes.

Requirements:

5+ Years of Tier 2-3 Networking Engineering and Administration
Engineering familiarity with enterprise network routing and switching systems for LAN/WAN connectivity
Hands‐on experience with DWDM transport systems, optical amplifiers, multiplexers/demultiplexers, transponders, and ROADM‐class equipment
Understanding of metropolitan fiber‐optic ring topologies, protection schemes, and failover mechanisms (e.g., UPSR/BLSR‐style concepts and OTN equivalents: ODUk (Optical Data Unit) sub-layer protection mechanisms and ODU-MS/RING protection.)
Knowledge of legacy or carrier‐grade transport protocols analogous to Optical Transport Network (OTN) technology framing, alarms, and OAM functions
Experience working with carrier transport systems during migration phases (e.g., transitioning services between backbone networks or protected optical segments)
CCNA or equivalent (e.g., Optical transport or carrier‐grade networking certifications - Ciena, Infinera, Juniper JNCIS‐SP)
Must be a U.S. citizen with an Active Secret Clearance.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $120,000-$145,000
The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package.
Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.
In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.
What We Can Offer You:
At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched
Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
Flexible Work Environment
SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
SkyePoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer.
U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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