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Transmission Engineer

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Job Description

Your role

We are seeking a highly skilled Optical Network Engineer with expertise in optical technologies and hands-on experience with Ciena equipment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing network software upgrades, conducting network audits, and providing technical support.

In this role you will play a key role in:

  • Perform software upgrades on Ciena optical platforms.
  • Conduct network audits and assessments and prepare MOPs.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve incidents and alarms related to upgrades.
  • Coordinate activities with customers and internal teams.
  • Prepare progress reports and project documentation.
  • Provide 24/7 operational support for maintenance activities.

Your profile

  • Optical networking technologies (OTN, DWDM, MPLS)
  • Hands-on experience with Ciena platforms (OME6500, RLS, Waveserver)
  • Network software upgrades and maintenance
  • Network audits, assessments, and MOP preparation
  • Basic troubleshooting and alarm resolution
  • Experience with Site Manager and MCP/NavigatorAbility to work in 24/7 operations / NOC environments
  • Strong communication, documentation, and customer-facing skills

Good to Know Skills:

  • Hands-on experience with Ciena equipment (OME6500, RLS, Waveserver, etc.).
  • Experience with transmission devices or working in a NOC environment is an added advantage. 

What you'll love about working here

Empowering environment: Autonomy and Goal setting are among the top scores with 8,4+ ratings in our monthly employee feedback Pulse.

Dedicated innovation labs: We help the world's largest innovators engineer the products and services of tomorrow by leveraging our experts and labs, dedicated to topics as 5G, 6G, AI, Autonomous Vehicles and Quantum.

Communities: Our Framework drives career development and elevates Capgemini's capabilities across various domains. Roles like architects, software engineers, these communities form the pillars of our Engineering Career Framework, outlining the foundational elements and anticipated growth.

 

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
Ref. code:  469605
Posted on:  May 4, 2026
Experience Level:  Experienced Professionals
Contract Type:  Fixed Term Contract
Location: 

Bogota, CO

Brand:  Capgemini Engineering
Professional Community:  Products & Systems Engineering

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