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Apple is seeking an Optical Network Engineer to join their Global Network Services team, tasked with managing and executing large-scale optical network projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in optical networking, project management, and the ability to develop automation tools to enhance network efficiency.
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Job Summary
Join the Global Network Services team to maintain and operate one of the world's largest service provider-based backbones.
Lead and execute large-scale optical network projects from planning through deployment while developing automation tools to streamline processes.
Drive excellence in a fast-paced environment by obsessing over customer experience and providing strong technical mentorship.
Matching Summary
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Apple is seeking an Optical Network Engineer to join their Global Network Services team, tasked with managing and executing large-scale optical network projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in optical networking, project management, and the ability to develop automation tools to enhance network efficiency.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
2+ years project engineering lead role
Optical transport technologies experience
Dark fiber characterization and troubleshooting
Carrier-grade networking vendor expertise
Global footprint network deployment
Nice-to-have
Python or C++ programming skills
Subsea transport environment experience
Mentorship and technical leadership
Managing semi-autonomous field teams
Custom application development for automation
Key Requirements
Minimum 2 years in project engineering or lead role
Experience with Nokia, Ciena, and Cisco vendors
Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications or Engineering preferred