Overview
Remote
On Site
USD 70.00 - 85.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Mergers and Acquisitions
Telecommunications
Innovation
Network
Roadmaps
Artificial Intelligence
Network Optimization
FOCUS
DWDM
ROADM
Optical Transport Network
Physical Layer
Leadership
Optical Fiber
Optics
Management
Budget
Modeling
Mentorship
Communication
Nokia
Ciena
Scripting
Python
Ansible
ISP
Team Building
Backbone.js
Internet
Taxes
Life Insurance
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Job Title: Principal Optical Transport Engineer- National Infrastructure Strategy (Remote)
Location: 100% Remote (Northeast U.S. preferred - PA, NJ, NY, CT, MA, etc.)
Industry: Telecommunications | Optical Transport | ISP Infrastructure
Job Type: Full-Time | Executive Engineering Track
About the Role
We are seeking a Principal Optical Transport Architect to lead the strategic design and evolution of a national ISP's next-generation optical backbone. This is a visionary, hands-on leadership role-ideal for a seasoned expert who thrives at the intersection of architecture, innovation, and infrastructure transformation.
You will define the long-term roadmap for optical transport, lead cross-functional engineering initiatives, and serve as the technical authority for DWDM/ROADM/OTN systems across the enterprise. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of national-scale connectivity and mentor the next generation of network engineers.
Key Responsibilities
What You Bring
What We Offer
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Location: 100% Remote (Northeast U.S. preferred - PA, NJ, NY, CT, MA, etc.)
Industry: Telecommunications | Optical Transport | ISP Infrastructure
Job Type: Full-Time | Executive Engineering Track
About the Role
We are seeking a Principal Optical Transport Architect to lead the strategic design and evolution of a national ISP's next-generation optical backbone. This is a visionary, hands-on leadership role-ideal for a seasoned expert who thrives at the intersection of architecture, innovation, and infrastructure transformation.
You will define the long-term roadmap for optical transport, lead cross-functional engineering initiatives, and serve as the technical authority for DWDM/ROADM/OTN systems across the enterprise. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of national-scale connectivity and mentor the next generation of network engineers.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and drive the strategic architecture of the national optical transport network, including long-haul and metro domains.
- Lead the design and deployment of multi-vendor DWDM/ROADM/OTN systems (Nokia 1830 PSS, Ciena 6500).
- Establish technical standards, design frameworks, and performance benchmarks for transport infrastructure.
- Serve as the technical escalation point and advisor for complex deployment and operational challenges.
- Partner with executive leadership, planning, and operations to align transport strategy with business goals.
- Lead vendor evaluations, technology roadmapping, and next-gen platform adoption.
- Champion automation, observability, and AI-driven network optimization initiatives.
- Mentor senior engineers and influence engineering culture across the organization.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of experience in optical transport architecture and engineering, with a focus on national or regional ISP infrastructure.
- Deep expertise in DWDM, ROADM, OTN, and Layer 1-2 transport protocols.
- Proven leadership in multi-vendor environments, including Nokia 1830 and Ciena 6500.
- Strong command of fiber optics, OSNR, dispersion management, and link budget modeling.
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering teams and mentoring senior-level talent.
- Executive-level communication skills with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.
- Bonus: Certifications (Nokia ONC, Ciena Certified, FOA CFOT), scripting/automation (Python, Ansible), or experience in headend/CO environments.
What We Offer
- 100% Remote - Work from anywhere in the Northeast.
- Strategic Impact - Shape the future of a national ISP's transport architecture.
- Executive Growth - Pathways to VP-level engineering or CTO-track roles.
- Visionary Culture - Join a team building the backbone of tomorrow's internet.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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