Principal Network Architect

Principal Network ArchitectEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.At Equinix, we help the world’s digital leaders scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences, and transform people’s lives. Our culture is based on collaboration and the growth and development of our teams. We hire hardworking people who thrive on solving challenging problems and give them opportunities to hone new skills, and try new approaches, as we grow our product portfolio with new software and network architecture solutions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.Job SummaryThe Global Network Planning & Connectivity organization at Equinix is seeking a Submarine Optical Cable Network Engineer to design and develop the next generation Submarine Cable Landing Station infrastructure in Equinix Global Data Centers that provides space, power, network interconnections, programmability, large scale and high performance for Equinix customers.The ideal candidate would have extensive technology and design experience in Terrestrial and Submarine Optical Transport Networks, Cable Landing Stations, and Next-Generation Data Center Networks.ResponsibilitiesDesign, Deploy and Troubleshoot Submarine Cable Landing Stations and Optical Transport NetworksResponsible for developing Methods of Procedures (MOPs) for common tasks such as system backup, recovery, wavelength\channel provisioningResponsible for site design and system layout including rack, space, power and signal flowSupervise activities associated with the installation of submarine cable systems and associated land cable routes. Activities include: Engineering and implementation of shore end installations, and testing operation; Install, maintain and support Element Management Systems (EMS) and Maintain system backups, security and performanceQualifications4-year degree in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering or related field, or the equivalent in experience10 years telecommunications and optical engineering experience in submarine and terrestrial optical networksOptical Submarine Cables, Cable Landing Stations, Switching Architectures, DWDM, CWDM, G.709 OTN, MEF 2.0 Carrier Ethernet, MPLS/MPLS-TP, Intelligent control Planes, and Software Defined NetworkingSound working knowledge of key business applications that drive service provider networks: Data and Optical Services, Data Center/Cloud ecosystemsFamiliarity with test equipment (traffic generators, OSA, OTDR, power meters, etc.)Colo, space and power acquisitionManage national carriers’ product deliveryManaged submarine fiber systems deliverySubject matter expertise in: Terrestrial and Submarine Core Optical Transport; Submarine cable landing station services (space, power, network connectivity, consortium members); Front-haul and backhaul optical networks and Metro TransportExcellent verbal and written communications skillsStrong project management and organizational skillsThe targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $160,000 to $273,000Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.More details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:https://equinixbenefits.us.newsweaver.com/icfiles/201/1002910/1057118/1171391/921bc962bf0e0352cb2d6c93/equinix%202023%20oe%20ebook_rev122022%20-%20final.pdf Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.