Optical Engineer III

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

• 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