Principal Member of Technical Staff - Optical Engineer

Job Description:

The Optical Engineer will evaluate optical platform supplier's technology, recommend long term platform evolution, write detailed plans describing functionality and interworking needed, and partner with suppliers to ensure products meet AT&T’s future network needs.  The position will also track important developments and new technologies among optical system integrators, component, and sub-system suppliers, with specific focus on pluggable modules (client or lineside), 400G and above rates, silicon photonics, DSP, flexible ROADMs, and advances in optical fibers. In addition, the Optical Engineer will collaborate with a cross-organizational team and suppliers to define and develop feature requirements for AT&T’s next-generation flexible, SDN-controlled optical transport networks and work with Layer-2 and Layer-3 partners to support their current and future services over the Layer-1 ROADM networks.   

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• Candidate shall have a PhD in an approved STEM field (e.g. electrical engineering, physics) from an accredited university, or a Master's degree in an approved STEM field from an accredited university and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree in an approved STEM field from an accredited university and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated knowledge/experience

• Network architecture, ethernet, routing protocols, and systems architecture.
• Packet-optical technology, software-defined networks (SDNs), YANG models and APIs, and network cost optimization.
• Pluggable modules (client and lineside), digital coherent detection and digital signal processing, silicon photonics, and flexible ROADMs.
• Architecture, Maintenance, Management, Services and Process Flows.
• Optical networking equipment (e.g. Cisco, Nokia, Juniper, Fujitsu, Ciena).
• Cross-functional teamwork towards development of requirements and use cases in support of Metro & Core SDN Infrastructure and Services
• Solving complex engineering problems.
• Business acumen and aptitude to understand the key business drivers.

Our Principal Member of Technical Staff earn between $180,200.00 - $270,400.00, USD annually. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. As part of our team, you’ll lead transformation surrounded by trailblazing industry leaders like you. You’ll be empowered to go above and beyond – making a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or connecting and networking through one of our many employee groups. And regardless of where you’re at in your career trajectory, you’ll be rewarded by the impact that comes with making a difference in the lives of millions. With AT&T, you’ll be a part of something greater, do incredible things and be rewarded with a chance to change the world.

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Middletown, New Jersey

Salary Range:

$180,200.00 - $270,400.00

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.