Transport Engineer III

Job #: 3027941

The Network Transport Engineer is part of the Technology Solutions organization, supporting Transport and Access Engineering initiatives. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting a highly available and scalable transport network that enables reliable data delivery across enterprise and carrier environments. The ideal candidate has strong experience in carrier Ethernet, IP routing, optical transport, and automation, and can troubleshoot complex network issues in a production environment.

• Network Design & Planning:
  • Design, model, and plan transport network architectures to support current and future business needs.
  • Analyze network capacity, performance, and resiliency requirements.
  • Support network expansion, optimization, and technology refresh initiatives.
• Implementation & Engineering:
  • Install, configure, and deploy transport network hardware and software.
  • Configure routing, switching, wireless, and transport protocols across multiple platforms.
  • Integrate new technologies into existing network environments.
• Operations & Maintenance:
  • Monitor network health and performance to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.
  • Perform Tier 2–4 troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex network issues.
  • Execute maintenance activities, upgrades, and break/fix support as needed.
• Automation & Efficiency:
  • Leverage automation tools and scripting to streamline provisioning, monitoring, and operational workflows.
  • Improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention across transport systems.
• Security & Access Control:
  • Implement centralized authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms.
  • Ensure network security best practices are followed across transport infrastructure.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management:
  • Work closely with technology vendors to evaluate solutions and align with roadmap direction.
  • Co‑manage vendor performance and participate in technology assessments and selection.
• Documentation:
  • Create and maintain functional requirements, technical specifications, and test documentation.
  • Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and troubleshooting records.

• TDM / FDM
• TCP / UDP
• OSPF, IS-IS, BGP
• MPLS
• Ethernet
• SONET
• T‑Carrier
• CWDM / DWDM
• DAA, DPoE
• QoS
• 802.11 ax / ac / n

• Nokia (including Meta Assist)
• Cisco (including WLC)
• Ciena (Turin, Trans Nav)
• Fujitsu
• Ribbon
• Actelis
• Calix / CMS

• Strong knowledge of carrier Ethernet, IP routing and switching, and optical transport technologies.
• Hands‑on experience supporting complex transport networks at scale.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve advanced network issues.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across engineering teams and vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Nokia NRS I / II
• CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE
• PCNSA / PCNSE
• JNCIA, JNCIS, JNCIP, or JNCIE
• SCTE
• CMTS

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans. Additional benefits include an ESPP, a 401K program with company match, an HSA, an Employee Assistance Program, and professional development resources such as training, certification prep, and access to industry associations.

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