Optical Engineer

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

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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: