Optical Engineer III at Astreya

Primary Focus: Ciena RLS platform — Remote testing, provisioning, and service activation for Meta Backbone Optical deployments.

Lead remote turn-up, test, and provisioning of optical network elements (Ciena RLS and related DWDM/ROADM equipment).
Direct field technicians to execute optical testing (OTDR, power level validation, span qualification, and fiber continuity checks).
Validate and document Engineering Design Package (EDP) and Method of Procedure (MOP) requirements during live testing and activation.
Coordinate with Network Operations, Optical Build, and Vendor teams to resolve test failures, alarms, or misconfigurations.
Ensure all links and spans are traffic-ready, aligned with project SLOs and Meta deployment standards.
Maintain accurate test results, provisioning records, and closure documentation within project tracking systems (e.g., NeXT, JIRA, or similar).

Strong knowledge of Ciena RLS platforms (Reconfigurable Line System) and Ciena 6500/Waveserver systems.
Experience with DWDM, ROADM, and coherent optical technologies (amplifiers, EDFAs, VOAs, ROADMs, OCMs, etc.).
Hands-on proficiency with remote testing tools (OTDR, optical power meter, OSA, and remote test heads).
Familiarity with optical provisioning, network management systems, and EMS/NMS platforms (e.g., Ciena OneControl, ONeMS).
Working knowledge of optical span design and characterization — loss budgets, OSNR, chromatic/polarization dispersion.
Understanding of fiber infrastructure and construction fundamentals — splicing, patch panels, patching schematics, and labeling standards.
Competency with MOP/EDP creation and validation for optical routes and terminals.
Basic IP networking and transport knowledge (Layer 1–3 awareness).

5+ years in Optical Transport Engineering, Field Testing, or Remote Provisioning roles.
Experience supporting Backbone, Metro, or Long-Haul optical builds.
Prior exposure to Meta, hyperscale, or carrier-class optical networks.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot remotely and coordinate effectively with field resources.
Understanding of RTTS workflows — test execution, results validation, documentation, and system handoff.

Strong communication and coordination skills with geographically distributed teams.
Proven ability to lead remote activities and provide technical direction under time constraints.
Analytical, detail-oriented, and documentation-driven mindset.

Comfortable working in fast-paced, global deployment environments.

Salary Range

$85,120.00 - $134,400.00 USD (Salary)

Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.
Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees, including:

Medical provided through Cigna (PPO, HSA, EPO options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
Dental provided through Cigna (DPPO & DHMO options)
Nationwide Vision provided through VSP
Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
Corporate Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Days
401k Plan
Basic Life, Accidental Life, Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
Paid Holidays
Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other fringe benefits required under state and federal law