Description

Team & Role Overview

Part of AWS optical networking team supporting data centre interconnectivity

Team handles:

Optical network operations

Some engineering/product development work

Core technology: DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing)

Responsible for ensuring high-capacity, resilient transport between data centres

Purpose of the Role

Additional headcount for project-based work (device upgrades + operations)

Focus on:

Software upgrades on optical network devices

Manual/semi-manual execution of network changes

Work includes:

Traffic migration and rerouting

Coordination with internal stakeholders

Execution within defined maintenance windows

Key Responsibilities

Perform software upgrades on optical networking devices

Identify and scope devices within upgrade impact areas

Coordinate:

Traffic rerouting

Internal networking teams

Change management processes

Execute changes using structured runbooks and timelines

Troubleshoot optical/DWDM network issues

Work independently in a production network environment

Required Skills & Experience

Core Requirements

Minimum 3-4+ years' Experience in optical/network operations (5+ preferred)

Experience in:

Optical Network Operations/Support environments

DWDM networks (operations, rollout, or support)

Strong understanding of:

DWDM fundamentals and architecture

Optical transport systems

Solid troubleshooting and network analysis skills

Skills

• DWDM
• optical networking
• network engineering
• resilient transport

Job Title: Optical Engineer

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Job Type: Contract

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