Telecommunications Engineer Job at Pacer Group, Philadelphia, PA

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  • Pacer Group
  • Philadelphia, PA

Job Description

We are seeking an FTTX Optical Communications Engineer to support the design, development, and validation of next-generation optical access and broadband network technologies. This role is highly hands-on and lab-focused, working across fiber, DOCSIS, Ethernet, and optical systems to improve network reliability, performance, and scalability.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, build, and maintain lab test environments for FTTX, DOCSIS, Ethernet, and optical access networks
  • Execute and analyze lab tests, validations, and proofs-of-concept (PoCs) for new hardware and software releases
  • Reproduce escalated network and performance issues and perform root cause analysis
  • Analyze optical and network performance data, including power levels, wavelengths, and throughput metrics
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external vendors on product validation and requirements
  • Support architecture development, technical documentation, and requirements definition
  • Participate in field trials and scaling efforts, transitioning solutions from lab to production
  • Create and maintain test plans, reports, and technical documentation
  • Use scripting and automation to streamline testing, analysis, and workflows

Must-Have Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in ISP, cable, broadband, or closely adjacent networking environments
  • Strong hands-on knowledge of FTTX, DOCSIS, fiber, optical access, and Ethernet networks
  • Solid understanding of optical fundamentals, including power levels, wavelengths, and optics behavior
  • Strong Layer 2 / Layer 3 networking fundamentals (switching, VLANs, routing)
  • Proven lab-based engineering experience building, testing, and validating network systems
  • Experience in debugging complex issues and performing data-driven root cause analysis
  • Practical scripting or automation skills (Python preferred; other scripting languages acceptable)
  • Working knowledge of Linux and virtualized environments
  • Strong written and verbal technical communication skills

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