Data Center Optical Engineer

About the role

We are hiring a Data Center Optical Engineer to support a large-scale hyperscale data center environment in Irvine, CA. This company is a leader in enterprise and cloud infrastructure, operating mission-critical facilities that rely on high-speed optical transport, IP networking, and data center technologies. This is an opportunity to work at the physical backbone of the internet, supporting cutting-edge optical and IP transport networks in a hyperscale data center. The team is looking for hands-on engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, working with their hands, and owning issues from start to finish. You’ll gain deep exposure to 10G–100G optical circuits, advanced testing tools, and large-scale infrastructure while collaborating with experienced engineers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Providing break-fix support for optical and transport network equipment
• Performing remote hands services per Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and engineering documentation
• Installing, routing, labeling, terminating, and testing fiber and Ethernet cabling
• Conducting optical testing and circuit turn-ups
• Racking, stacking, and organizing data center equipment
• Supporting decommissioning and secure hardware removal
• Performing hardware replacements for network and IT equipment
• Supporting power management, including ATS and redundant feeds
• Conducting site audits and documenting results
• Providing oversight of third-party vendors on-site
• Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to safety standards

Tech Breakdown:

• 40% Optical Transport & Testing
• 25% Fiber & Ethernet Cabling
• 20% Racking, Stacking & Hardware Installation
• 10% Break-Fix / Remote Hands
• 5% Documentation & Audits

Daily Responsibilities:

• 75% Hands-On Technical Work
• 10% Management / Vendor Oversight
• 15% Team Collaboration & Customer Communication

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in data center operations or similar environments
• Hands-on experience with break-fix, remote hands, and hardware replacement
• Strong knowledge of optical and IP transport networks
• Experience with fiber and Ethernet cabling (CAT5/6, single-mode, multi-mode)
• Experience executing Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and engineering documentation
• Hands-on experience with optical testing tools (OTDR, power meter, light source, VFL)

Qualifications

• Team lead or senior technician experience
• Experience working in hyperscale or large enterprise data centers
• Experience testing 10G / 100G circuits using BERT, RFC2544, Y.1564, iPerf
• Familiarity with transport routers, switches, and servers
• Experience overseeing third-party vendors on-site
• Strong customer-facing communication skills
• Familiarity with hyperscale tools, systems, and ticketing platforms

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options
• Bonus eligible