Network Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join our Network Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for the deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of high‑capacity optical transport networks. You’ll play a critical part in ensuring network reliability, scalability, and performance for our customers and internal systems. As a member of this team, you will have an abundance of opportunities to be involved in projects related to planning, implementation, deployment, monitoring & network operations of various optical, backbone and edge networks.

The ideal candidate is an engineer who is comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and constantly evolving network. A fast learner, proactive, and highly motivated engineer, with a proven record of implementing novel solutions and workarounds to solve unique challenges.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer to join our Network Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for the deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of high‑capacity optical transport networks. You’ll play a critical part in ensuring network reliability, scalability, and performance for our customers and internal systems. As a member of this team, you will have an abundance of opportunities to be involved in projects related to planning, implementation, deployment, monitoring & network operations of various optical, backbone and edge networks.

The ideal candidate is an engineer who is comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and constantly evolving network. A fast learner, proactive, and highly motivated engineer, with a proven record of implementing novel solutions and workarounds to solve unique challenges.

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field‑proven optical solutions, from components and modules to integrated line‑cards. We provide cutting edge wavelength management and amplifier technologies. Our comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high‑density, high‑bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.

• Support build activities including design, configuration, deployment and migration in large‑scale optical networks that spans long‑haul terrestrial & regional metros. Interconnecting Data Centers and Point of Presence (POP) sites across the globe.
• Plan, schedule and perform complex optical and backbone network deployments and migrations. Perform network maintenance, upgrades, and provisioning of new circuits or services
• Work closely with NOC, field technicians, vendors, and engineering teams to resolve faults and perform root cause analysis. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to optical transport equipment and network connectivity.
• Maintain standards for all builds and design packages for metro, regional and long‑haul DWDM systems.
• Maintain and update network documentation, including fiber routes, equipment inventory, and change logs.
• Participate in on‑call rotation and respond to network emergencies after hours
• Generate implementation plans and provide technical leadership and guidance during deployment activities
• Review and maintain acceptance documents provided by vendors and subcontractors deploying equipment on our network
• Provide technical expertise to network provisioning engineers for troubleshooting out‑of‑service or faulty circuits
• Proactively contributes to documentation, automation and processes as they evolve
• Support multiple stakeholder organizations by understanding, anticipating, and influencing business outcomes.
• Exhibit proactive communication and think with a product and customer mindset
• Leverage a data driven approach to influence business and network health metrics
• Generate and analyze network performance reports; proactively identify areas for improvement
• Travel required as needed basis (maybe up to 50%)

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Optical Engineering, Computer Science or a related field of discipline.
• At least 5 years’ experience with…