Optical Deployment Engineer I

Responsibilities

Cross Connects

• •Coordinate and process cross-connect orders (intra- and inter-facility) to support network capacity growth

• •Validate cross-connect installations against design specifications and ensure proper labeling and documentation

• •Work with colocation providers and internal teams to resolve cross-connect discrepancies and installation issues

• •Track cross-connect order status and escalate delays as needed

Asgardian Fallouts

• •Investigate and remediate fallout tickets generated from Asgardian audits

• •Perform root cause analysis on discrepancies between physical infrastructure and system-of-record databases

• •Update records and coordinate with field teams to resolve cabling, patching, and connectivity inconsistencies

• •Drive fallout metrics toward zero through systematic resolution workflows

Space & Power

• •Support space and power planning activities for optical infrastructure deployments

• •Track cabinet/rack space utilization and power capacity for optical equipment

• •Coordinate with facilities and capacity teams to ensure adequate resources for planned builds

• •Assist in documenting power requirements and space allocations for new deployments

FMS (Fiber Management System) Projects

• •Support FMS data integrity initiatives including audits, migrations, and system updates

• •Ensure accurate fiber path documentation within FMS tools

• •Assist in onboarding new sites and circuits into FMS

• •Collaborate with engineering teams to improve FMS workflows and data accuracy

Qualifications

Required:

• •Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• •Basic understanding of fiber optic infrastructure (single-mode, multi-mode, connectors, patch panels)

• •Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• •Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

• •Proficiency with spreadsheets and ticketing systems

• •Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred:

• •Internship or coursework in telecommunications, network engineering, or data center operations

• •Familiarity with fiber management systems or network documentation tools

• •Exposure to data center environments or colocation facilities

• •Understanding of structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA)

• •Experience with project tracking tools

Key Competencies

• •Detail-oriented with strong documentation habits

• •Self-motivated with ability to work independently and within a team

• •Problem-solving mindset with willingness to learn complex systems

• •Comfortable working cross-functionally with vendors, field technicians, and engineering teams

Salary Range

$59,812.00 - $94,440.00 USD (Salary)

• Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit.
• Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors.

Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees, including:

• Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only

• Dental provided through UHC

• Nationwide Vision provided by UHC

• Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care

• Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)

• Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera

• Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group

• Employee Assistance Program

• Wellness Days

  401k Plan

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term & Long Term Disability

• Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)

• Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)

• Paid Holidays

• Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law