CareerPlan

Network Architect

USAFull-time$69k–$109k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-09
On-site

Core

Design, engineer, and document DWDM and Ethernet transport circuits across the core network, assessing capacity and demand to create scalable designs.

Role type

Network Architect (Transport Engineering)

Builds

Core network transport circuits (DWDM, Ethernet, MPLS)

Domain

Telecommunications / Network Engineering

Required skills

Circuit design, Network engineering, Service provisioning, Transport engineering, Fiber networks, Layer 1 and Layer 2 networking, VLANs, Optics, IP addressing, Network mapping, Inventory management, Network monitoring, Engineering documentation, Route planning, Equipment selection

Preferred skills

Dedicated internet access, Ethernet private line, EVPL, Wavelength, MPLS, Carrier Ethernet, Network-to-network interface services, CCNA, JNCIA, Network+, CFOT certifications

Technologies

Cisco, Ethernet, GIS, MPLS, DWDM, Juniper, SmartOptics, Nokia, Ciena, Fujitsu, 3-GIS, NetBrain, SolarWinds

Responsibilities

Design and document DWDM and Ethernet transport circuits, Assess network capacity and customer demand, Plan routes and select equipment, Prepare technical design documentation and material lists, Manage routine engineering projects, Collaborate with operations and construction teams

Seniority

Mid-Senior (5-10 years experience)