Senior Optical Logical Deployment Engineer - Ciena Networks

Job Description

We have a great new role for a Senior Optical Logical Deployment Engineer to join our Core IP & Optical logical configuration team.

We ideally need an SME in Ciena networks. We will be building the whole of the core network, moving from Ethernet to MPLS solutions and this is a key role to ensure it's success.

You will be responsible for the successful deployment of logical optical network configurations to the Virgin Media Core infrastructure, primarily on First of Type (FOT), Bespoke, low volume high complex projects.

You will regularly be required to work out of hours on projects to minimise disruption to our networks. You will often be working between 12pm and 6am. As such you will be well compensated for performing overtime/out of hours work in meeting business needs.

Location: London, Reading, Slough, Cosham, Peterborough or any other hub ideally South Coast in proximity to team

Key Accountabilities

• Successfully deploy logical optical network configurations and software updates that meet planning and design requirements for network capacity build, security, lifecycle refresh, maintenance and feature code upgrades, new service or infrastructure technologies and improvement plans.
• Ensure optical network infrastructure deployment meets engineering and design standards, minimises the customer impact and adheres to configuration and change management processes and controls
• Provide technical support and guidance to the DBD gateway team, when requested, of the configuration and integration of complex, low volume or non- standard works orders including tailored solutions and first of type work.
• Define and complete handover activities with operations, partner organisations and other stakeholders on deployment of optical network infrastructure and provide incident and problem management support during a warranty period until adoption into the production environment is completed.

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too. We put our customers first, making life simpler, smoother, and more joyful. With big ambitions and a brilliant team, we’re building a more connected future for everyone.

Our ways of working

We’re a flexible-first organisation, because we know people do their best work when they have choice and clarity. To support meaningful collaboration, we ask everyone to spend at least eight days each month connecting in person.

That doesn’t just mean time in the office, it could be team meetings, offsites, volunteering days, cross-functional projects, or away days - anywhere meaningful collaboration happens. What matters is making those moments purposeful, so when we come together, it really counts.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

• Subject Matter Expertise in Ciena Networks
• Knowledge of optical networking protocols, technologies and vendors
• Considerable experience in optical Networking in a telecommunications carrier, ISP or large scale enterprise network environment
• Degree, HNC or equivalent in computing, telecommunications or related experience
• Flexible working behaviour to work out of hours on a regular basis

The other stuff we are looking for

• Ciena Vendor accreditation and
• Infinera Vendor accreditation and five years’ experience
• Synchronisation: Symmetricom and Oscilloquartz Vendor accreditation
• Use of an Agile Methodology

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a technical and comptency interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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