Transport Network Architect - Remote

Overview

Vultr is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Transport Network Architect to play a key role in shaping the future of our network infrastructure. The ideal candidate is a seasoned transport network professional with at least 5 years of experience in designing and optimizing DWDM networks.

In Short

• Autonomy and Ownership: You will be expected to work with minimal supervision, taking ownership of complex transport network design and optimization projects from concept to delivery.
• End-to-End Solution Ownership: You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining transport network solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and are technically and economically viable.
• C-Level Presentations: You will be expected to present your solutions and recommendations to C-level executives, demonstrating a clear understanding of the technical and economic implications of your proposals.
• Stakeholder Engagement: You will engage with various stakeholders, including internal teams, external customers, and vendors, to understand business requirements, gather feedback, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Technical Leadership: You will provide technical guidance and expertise to team members, helping to develop their skills and knowledge in transport network design and optimization.
• Complex Problem-Solving: You will be expected to analyze complex technical problems, identify creative solutions, and implement them in a timely and efficient manner.
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, and procurement, to ensure successful project delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• External Customer Engagement: You will engage with external customers to understand their transport network requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure that solutions meet their needs and expectations.
• Business Case Development: You will develop comprehensive business cases for transport network projects, including technical and economic analysis, to justify investments and ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Continuous Learning and Innovation: You will be expected to stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices, applying this knowledge to continuously improve transport network design, optimization, and operations, and driving innovation and excellence within the company.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of DWDM and Ethernet principles, architectures, and protocols.
• At least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing transport networks, including experience with network architecture, topology, and protocol design.
• Strong understanding of the transport ecosystem, including transport companies and equipment providers such as Nokia and SmartOptics, with knowledge of their products, services, and technologies.
• Strong understanding of optical networking concepts, including wavelength division multiplexing, optical amplifiers, and dispersion compensation.
• Familiarity with Network Protocols such as BGP, IS-IS and network device providers such as Juniper, Nokia, etc.
• Experience with dark fiber and fiber optic technologies, including fiber optic cables, connectors, and transmission equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of network architecture and topology, including experience with network design, planning, and optimization tools.
• Familiarity with ITU-T and IETF standards related to transport networking.
• Experience with network management and monitoring tools, including experience with SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol), NetFlow, and other network monitoring protocols.
• Ability to analyze complex technical problems, identify creative solutions, and implement them in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ability to communicate complex technical ideas and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences, including experience with creating and presenting technical proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Experience with Agile Methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, and other agile frameworks.
• Experience with automation and orchestration tools, such as Ansible, Python, or similar software, to automate network configuration, provisioning, and management tasks.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a strong academic record and relevant coursework.

Benefits

• Excellent Medical Benefits w/ 100% company-paid premiums for employee only plan + 100% company-paid dental & vision premiums.
• 401(k) plan that matches 100% up to 4% with immediate vesting.
• Professional Development Reimbursement of $2,500 each year.
• 11 Holidays + Paid Time Off Accrual + Rollover Plan + take your birthday off.
• Increased PTO at 3 year & 10 year anniversary + 1 month paid sabbatical every 5 years + Anniversary Bonus each year.
• $500 first year remote office setup + $400 each following year for new equipment.
• Internet reimbursement up to $75 per month.
• Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month.
• Company-paid Wellable subscription.