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Fully Remote Network Transport EngineerTEKsystems • Little Rock, AR, United States
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Fully Remote Network Transport Engineer

Fully Remote Network Transport Engineer

TEKsystems • Little Rock, AR, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

TEKsystems is seeking a seasoned Transport Engineer to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of a high-performance IP / MPLS core network for a top-tier Alaska-based ISP. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge optical and IP technologies in a collaborative environment, driving the reliability, scalability, and performance of a carrier-grade infrastructure.

Core Responsibilities

1. Design, Planning & Engineering

  • Architect packet-optical transport solutions with fiber route validation, power budgets, and OSNR margins
  • Conduct fiber characterization (OTDR, CD, PMD, splice loss, return loss) to validate optical paths
  • Engineer long-haul and metro DWDM / ROADM links using Ciena 6500 and photonic line systems

2. Implementation, Turn-Up & Migration

  • Deploy and test fiber spans using OTDR, OSA, PMD / CD analyzers
  • Lead SONET / TDM to OTN / IP migrations with comprehensive fiber health checks
  • Troubleshoot fiber impairments (CD, PMD, reflections, non-linear effects) impacting DWDM / OTN performance
  • Deploy 400G / 800G coherent optics ensuring OSNR / CD / PMD thresholds are met
  • 3. Documentation & Workflow

  • Manage service orders and circuit designs using MetaSolv or equivalent systems
  • Maintain fiber characterization records and historical performance data
  • Document MOPs, rollback plans, rack elevations, and post-change reports
  • Track maintenance window activities and verify post-implementation success
  • 4. Tools & Platforms

  • Design & Documentation : Visio, AutoCAD, Confluence, SharePoint
  • Inventory & Provisioning : MetaSolv, Mosaic, Cramer, Granite
  • Performance Monitoring : MCP (Ciena), Salesforce
  • Preferred Certifications

  • Nokia Optical Network Certification (ONC / OSC)
  • Ciena MCP & Optical Certifications (OC-A / OC-P / OC-C)
  • MEF-CECP, NRS II, CCNP
  • FOA CFOT with CFOS / T
  • EXFO or VIAVI Fiber Characterization Training
  • Required Skills & Expertise

  • Deep expertise in Nokia, MPLS, BGP, and network engineering
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects and mentor junior engineers
  • Advanced understanding of high availability, redundancy, testing, and security standards
  • Strong cross-disciplinary engineering knowledge and decision-making autonomy
  • Exceptional time and budget management across multiple concurrent initiatives
  • Work Schedule

  • 100% Remote
  • Monday-Friday, aligned to Alaska business hours
  • Ready to engineer the backbone of Alaska's digital future? Apply now and bring your expertise to a team that values precision, leadership, and technical excellence.

  • Job Type & Location
  • This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Little Rock, AR.

  • Pay and Benefits
  • The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00 / 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 Dec 9, 2025.

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    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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