Job Summary:The Senior Network Engineer - Fiber Access/PON Infrastructure is responsible for engineering and supporting i3 Broadband's fiber access network including GPON and XGS-PON platforms. This role focuses on the design, deployment, and optimization of Optical Line Terminal (OLT) systems and subscriber provisioning infrastructure delivering high-performance multi-gigabit broadband services across i3's growing fiber markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and support FTTx access network architecture delivering residential and business broadband.
- Engineer and operate XGS-PON platforms supporting multi-gigabit fiber services.
- Configure and maintain OLT platforms from vendors such as Nokia and DZS.
- Design subscriber VLAN architecture and provisioning frameworks.
- Support subscriber management platforms including DHCP and IP provisioning systems.
- Monitor access network performance and troubleshoot subscriber connectivity issues.
- Optimize access network bandwidth allocation and traffic policies.
- Collaborate with outside plant, construction, and field teams to support new fiber deployments.
- Maintain detailed documentation for access network configurations and architecture.
- Participate in after-hours support rotation for network operations.
Qualifications:Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7-10+ years of experience in fiber access or broadband network engineering.
- Hands-on experience with XGS-PON access networks.
- Experience configuring and supporting OLT platforms and subscriber provisioning systems.
- Industry certifications such as CCNP, Nokia Optical certifications, or MEF certifications preferred.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of GPON and XGS-PON architecture.
- Experience with subscriber VLAN design and Layer 2 switching.
- Understanding of DHCP, broadband authentication, and subscriber provisioning systems.
- Experience with QoS implementation and subscriber traffic management.
- Knowledge of fiber distribution architecture and passive optical network design.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Ability to collaborate with engineering, operations, and field deployment teams.
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to sit at a desk for extended periods, working at a computer up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to operate personal computers, telephones, and other common office equipment.
- Able to climb and work on a ladder
- Able to install and remove devices from server racks
- Carry up 30lbs
- Able to work in all weather conditions (snow, rain, etc....)
- Participate in after-hours on call rotation.
