Alaska Communications · 8 hours ago
Systems Engineer II, Optical & Ethernet Transport Networks
Anchorage, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelAlaska Communications is committed to putting their team first and being customer-focused. They are seeking a Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain advanced telecommunications network infrastructure with a focus on Optical Transport Network and Carrier Ethernet solutions.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design and deployment of robust OTN and Layer 2 network solutions utilizing Ciena and Fujitsu platforms, ensuring alignment with business requirements and industry best practices
Provide technical authority and support for the engineering and commissioning of Ciena submarine cable systems, including in-station, segment, and overall network testing
Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network equipment running various Ciena SAOS (Service Aware Operating System) releases (e.g., 81xx, 87xx, 39xx, 51xx platforms), including software upgrades and patch management
Architect, implement, and maintain Layer 2 networks, ensuring seamless Ethernet transport and switching capabilities
Serve as a subject matter expert for complex OTN and Layer 2 circuit troubleshooting, performing in-depth root cause analysis to diagnose and resolve service interruptions efficiently
Create and maintain detailed network documentation, including low-level designs (LLD), configurations, circuit designs, and operational procedures, ensuring all documentation is current and accurate
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Project Management, R&D, Operations) and serve as the primary technical interface with customers and third-party vendors (Ciena, Fujitsu) for support and problem resolution
Monitor network performance using diagnostic tools to proactively identify and address potential issues, performing capacity planning and recommending optimization strategies
Qualification
Required
College diploma in the field of computer science, computer information systems, or computer engineering
Proven experience and skills that relate to Network or Systems Engineer with hands-on experience in telecommunications environments
Deep expertise in OTN/DWDM and Carrier Ethernet platforms
Strong knowledge of Ciena SAOS releases and associated management systems (e.g., Blue Planet/MCP)
Experience with optical transmission systems, submarine and long-haul transport, and Layer 2 networking protocols
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex, multi-vendor network issues under pressure
Proficiency in creating technical documentation, test plans, and Engineering Methods of Procedure (EMOPs)
Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to participate in on-call rotations and perform maintenance during scheduled windows as required
Company
Alaska Communications
Alaska Communications provides an extensive, secure, and reliable network for cloud-enabled IT services statewide.
Founded in 1998
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$415MKey Investors
Crystal Financial
2024-08-29Debt Financing· $390M
2021-01-04Acquired
2015-09-14Debt Financing· $25M
Leadership Team
Matt McConnell
President and CEO
William Bishop
CEO and President
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