JPMorgan Optical Network Lead Infrastructure Engineer 

United States, Ohio, Columbus 

93018505

Job responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage optical networks and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems
• Plan, coordinate, install, and support the construction, migration, and decommissioning of optical metro equipment/hardware
• Develop and update documentation to improve network design and production workflows
• Conduct configuration, testing, monitoring, operations, and management of Optical Networks
• Maintain network documentation, including long-haul optical network maps, circuit diagrams, and traffic flow charts
• Plan, schedule, and create change control records, and configure network elements in a large-scale networking environment, adhering to change control policies and procedures
• Provide Tier 4 support for optical network escalations, following the problem management process, which may involve network issues as well as other managed devices and services
• Escalate issues to vendors as needed and assist in resolving them
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on optical network issues, identify chronic problems, and take action to determine and resolve the root cause, making network configuration changes in response to client issues
• Apply technical expertise and problem-solving skills to projects of moderate scope

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Formal training or certification on infrastructure engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experience
• Over 5 years of experience in Optical Network Infrastructure and Fiber Optic Network Design in large-scale service delivery projects
• Proven experience in managing and leading infrastructure and network projects
• Advanced expertise in Optical Networking, including knowledge of ROAMS, Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM), and Optical Transport Network (OTN)
• Ability to clearly communicate the business value and impact of complex technical and non-technical information, and knows when to seek assistance from senior management
• Strong understanding of network operating systems, network equipment, and networking protocols is essential
• Experience with one or more programming languages, such as JSON or Python
• Experience in automating the lifecycle management of network elements or virtualized network functions
• Knowledgeable in network engineering and IP Layer protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, or similar routing protocols
• BS/BA or MS degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Knowledge in network security
• Knowledgeable about the optical principles of fiber optic communication systems
• Extensive experience in Photonics and Broadband networks
• Skilled in troubleshooting optical networks at Layer 1 and Layer 3
• In-depth understanding of fiber characteristics, optical modules, optical protocols, system configuration, DWDM, OTN, wavelength assignment, optical signal amplification, and standard testing methods (e.g., BERT, OTDR)
• Implement and optimize Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems to enhance secure communication protocols, leveraging expertise in optical engineering to ensure robust and efficient solutions
• Certified CCNA with a strong foundation in routing and switching fundamentals