Charles Schwab
Overview
Senior Optical Transport Engineer role at
Charles Schwab , on the Data Center and Edge Networks team. The Senior Optical Transport Engineer will work closely with other engineers, service providers, application owners & internal network operations to provide support in the data center and edge network environments. The role is based in Austin, TX and requires on-site work at the specified location(s). What you are good at
Partnering with internal and external business groups to develop technical solutions to meet business objectives. Designing and implementing complex network environments. Define, documenting, and enforcing network standards. Leading network design and architecture review of global projects. Communicating difficult concepts and managing span of influence. Optimizing network performance. What you have
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and/or 10+ years of network engineering experience. CCNP/CCIE certification preferred. Experience in managing optical transport platforms Cisco ONS/NCS and Ciena 6500/8700. Experience in configuration and management of Cisco and Arista routing and switching platforms. Strong knowledge of routing protocols BGP and OSPF. Strong knowledge of OTDR/OSA and optical test and diagnostic equipment. Experience designing, deploying, and supporting optical/DWDM ROADM networks and protected wavelength services. Experience in wavelength service provisioning, optical node insertions/migrations. Experience with Cisco NCS/ONS 15454 optical platform. Strong knowledge of service provider telecommunications infrastructure design. Experience in design, implementation and troubleshooting of optical carrier technology including SONET/CWDM/DWDM. Experience in evaluating carrier maps and KMZs. ISP and/or carrier backbone engineering experience/knowledge. Knowledge of Cisco EPNM. Strong knowledge of related industry specifications and standards IEEE, ANSI, Physical Media (Multimode Fiber, Single mode Fiber, UTP, etc.), bridging, switching, routing, Ethernet and transport technologies and protocols. Advanced knowledge in network design, network architecture, protocols, and network topology (TCP/IP and the OSI model). Experience creating network diagrams using Microsoft Visio. Excellent ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Excellent problem solving and analytic skills to address customer needs, including handling problem escalations and notifications. Strong communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to present complex technical concepts to a range of technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to gather requirements, analyze alternatives, provide cost analysis, test options, configure devices and recommend, document, and communicate highly technical solutions. Experience working in a large enterprise environment with focus on security, availability, resiliency, and performance. Experience building, implementing, and troubleshooting complex LAN and WAN architectures. Knowledge of wide-area network architecture and design concepts. Hands-on experience designing, building, testing, and deploying large-scale network solutions. Self-motivated, solutions oriented, and pro-active. Experience in the Financial Services industry is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Programming / Scripting background with knowledge of Python, REST API and Ansible. Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum, experience adopting or leading continuous integration and continuous delivery concepts and frameworks. In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities. What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis. We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future: 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions Paid parental leave and family building benefits Tuition reimbursement Health, dental, and vision insurance Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Senior Optical Transport Engineer role at
Charles Schwab , on the Data Center and Edge Networks team. The Senior Optical Transport Engineer will work closely with other engineers, service providers, application owners & internal network operations to provide support in the data center and edge network environments. The role is based in Austin, TX and requires on-site work at the specified location(s). What you are good at
Partnering with internal and external business groups to develop technical solutions to meet business objectives. Designing and implementing complex network environments. Define, documenting, and enforcing network standards. Leading network design and architecture review of global projects. Communicating difficult concepts and managing span of influence. Optimizing network performance. What you have
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and/or 10+ years of network engineering experience. CCNP/CCIE certification preferred. Experience in managing optical transport platforms Cisco ONS/NCS and Ciena 6500/8700. Experience in configuration and management of Cisco and Arista routing and switching platforms. Strong knowledge of routing protocols BGP and OSPF. Strong knowledge of OTDR/OSA and optical test and diagnostic equipment. Experience designing, deploying, and supporting optical/DWDM ROADM networks and protected wavelength services. Experience in wavelength service provisioning, optical node insertions/migrations. Experience with Cisco NCS/ONS 15454 optical platform. Strong knowledge of service provider telecommunications infrastructure design. Experience in design, implementation and troubleshooting of optical carrier technology including SONET/CWDM/DWDM. Experience in evaluating carrier maps and KMZs. ISP and/or carrier backbone engineering experience/knowledge. Knowledge of Cisco EPNM. Strong knowledge of related industry specifications and standards IEEE, ANSI, Physical Media (Multimode Fiber, Single mode Fiber, UTP, etc.), bridging, switching, routing, Ethernet and transport technologies and protocols. Advanced knowledge in network design, network architecture, protocols, and network topology (TCP/IP and the OSI model). Experience creating network diagrams using Microsoft Visio. Excellent ability to manage multiple projects and priorities. Excellent problem solving and analytic skills to address customer needs, including handling problem escalations and notifications. Strong communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to present complex technical concepts to a range of technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to gather requirements, analyze alternatives, provide cost analysis, test options, configure devices and recommend, document, and communicate highly technical solutions. Experience working in a large enterprise environment with focus on security, availability, resiliency, and performance. Experience building, implementing, and troubleshooting complex LAN and WAN architectures. Knowledge of wide-area network architecture and design concepts. Hands-on experience designing, building, testing, and deploying large-scale network solutions. Self-motivated, solutions oriented, and pro-active. Experience in the Financial Services industry is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Programming / Scripting background with knowledge of Python, REST API and Ansible. Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum, experience adopting or leading continuous integration and continuous delivery concepts and frameworks. In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities. What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis. We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future: 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions Paid parental leave and family building benefits Tuition reimbursement Health, dental, and vision insurance Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Charles Schwab by 2x Get notified about new Transport Engineer jobs in
Austin, TX . Austin, TX $56,700.00-$94,500.00 2 months ago
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