Field Engineer - London, UK
Company:
Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, consistently ranked as one of the top five networks in the world and is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Market under the ticker symbol CCOI. Cogent specializes in providing businesses with high speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. Cogent's facilities-based, all-optical IP network backbone provides IP services globally. Since its inception, Cogent has unleashed the benefits of IP technology, building one of the largest and highest capacity IP networks in the world. This network enables Cogent to offer large bandwidth connections at highly competitive prices. Cogent also offers superior customer support by virtue of its end-to-end control of service delivery and network monitoring.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for fiber optics network field activity, Long haul and metro, Transport and Routers
Implementation of long haul and metro network augmentation, coordination and installation
Work with Network Planning to provide Field perspective to network deployment as well as to provide expertise in deployments.
Organize projects with contractors and internal staff
Qualifications: travel by car and/or plane 20%+of time, remote office the rest of the time, at least 5+ years’ experience on telecommunication networks
Required
Working knowledge on telecom infrastructure.
Experience in the use of optical test equipment: power meters, OTDRs, OSAs, and interpretation of test results
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
High-energy individual with interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate peers, and drive project to completion
Field experience in DWDM / SDH / IP networks
Desired
Experience managing vendors and carriers
Successful project management experience.
Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience, certifications, or training
Reporting: This position reports to the Field Engineering Director in United Kingdom
To apply for the Field Engineer position, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Cogent Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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