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Join our Network Engineering team!

We are seeking a highly motivated and self-driven DWDM Network Engineer to join our high-caliber global team. This role offers an ideal opportunity to contribute to our global platform. Your responsibilities will encompass the full lifecycle of DWDM technology, from deployment/configuration to ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.

Partner with the best

Our team meetings and open communication are key to tackling complex network challenges. We also work closely with local field resources for turn-up, test, and troubleshooting across the DWDM network. Additionally, we interact with third-party vendors to characterize leased fiber and restore its functionality after disruptions.

As a Network Operations Engineer II, you will be responsible for:

• Adhering to safety protocols and procedures when working with or instructing field technicians;

• Participating in meetings during US business hours to share knowledge, discuss ongoing projects, and brainstorm solutions collaboratively

• Contributing to the successful deployment of new DWDM networks, acquiring practical experience in network build-out.

• Assisting with network augmentations and upgrades, ensuring optimal performance and reliability

• Playing a key role in troubleshooting complex live network issues, utilizing advanced skills like OTDR analysis.

Do what you love

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology) or equivalent experience.

• Have 5-7 years of experience in DWDM network deployment, operation, troubleshooting and design.

• Have experience working on equipment from common DWDM vendors.

• Have knowledge of Optical Time Domain Reflectometers (OTDR)

• Have passion for network automation and possess experience with Python scripting

• Be a goodteam player, collaborating with people from across the business and have fluency in English language

Work in a way that works for you

FlexBase, Akamai's Global Flexible Working Program, is based on the principles that are helping us create the best workplace in the world. When our colleagues said that flexible working was important to them, we listened. We also know flexible working is important to many of the incredible people considering joining Akamai. FlexBase, gives 95% of employees the choice to work from their home, their office, or both (in the country advertised). This permanent workplace flexibility program is consistent and fair globally, to help us find incredible talent, virtually anywhere. We are happy to discuss working options for this role and encourage you to speak with your recruiter in more detail when you apply.

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Working for you

At Akamai, we will provide you with opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things. Our benefit options are designed to meet your individual needs for today and in the future. We provide benefits surrounding all aspects of your life:

• Your health

• Your finances

• Your family

• Your time at work

• Your time pursuing other endeavors

Our benefit plan options are designed to meet your individual needs and budget, both today and in the future.

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Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform from cloud to edge we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

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Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!