Network Engineer

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Remote
Job Location: United States
Salary: $40/hr
Company Name: Insight Global

Job Summary
Insight Global is seeking a skilled Optical Network Engineer to manage design planning, capacity fulfillment, and record creation across the U.S. and Canada. This remote role involves designing DWDM networks according to industry standards, collaborating with Project Managers and Engineers to resolve capacity issues, and ensuring customer commitments are met. The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience with optical systems like Fuji, Ciena, Adva, Cisco, Infinera, or Nokia.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design, plan, and optimize DWDM networks to meet current and future capacity requirements.

  • Manage circuit design and review capacity requests to ensure standards compliance.

  • Create and maintain accurate network records and documentation in database systems.

  • Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, and Field Operations to resolve capacity and network issues.

  • Prioritize workload effectively to meet project deadlines and customer commitments.

  • Participate in operations-related projects and provide direction on network design and capacity.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in telecommunications or data networking.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Experience with optical systems (Fuji, Ciena, Adva, Cisco, Infinera, Nokia) and ROADM technology.

  • Familiarity with Salesforce; experience with ServiceNow and SiteTracker is a plus.


Preferred Skills

  • Experience with telecom inventory systems such as Metasolv.


Job Details & Compensation

  • Pay: $40/hour

  • Duration: 12-month contract (extensions or conversion possible)

  • Location: Remote (U.S. and Canada)


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