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Optical Transport Engineer

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Job Description

Job Title: Senior Optical Transport Engineer

•Job Location: Philadelphia, New Jersey, or Denver, USA (100% Onsite)

About the Role:​

+ We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Senior Optical Transport Engineers to join our core transport team.

+ This is a critical role focused on executing significant in-house network upgrades to drive substantial cost savings and enhance our infrastructure capabilities.

+ The ideal candidate will possess deep, hands-on expertise in optical transport equipment and be ready to immediately contribute to a major project involving Nokia Cienna and 6500 platforms.

•Key Responsibilities:

+ ​Network Upgrade Execution: Take primary responsibility for the configuration, deployment, and upgrade of core optical transport equipment, specifically utilizing Nokia Cienna (6500 series).

+ ​Technical Expertise: Serve as a subject matter expert for optical transport technologies, including DWDM/OTN equipment and configuration best practices.

+ ​Troubleshooting & Support: Provide advanced troubleshooting and support for the core transport network during and after equipment upgrades.

+ ​In-House Management: Act as a key resource in managing these large-scale upgrades internally, aligning with the strategic goal of reducing reliance on external vendor services.

+ ​Collaboration: Work closely with existing IP and MPLS engineering teams, as well as finance and project management stakeholders, to ensure smooth project execution.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

+ ​Deep Optical Transport Experience: Extensive, verifiable experience in designing, configuring, and managing core optical transport networks.

+ ​Nokia Equipment Expertise: Mandatory hands-on experience with Nokia 6500 series (including Cienna) optical transport equipment.

+ ​Technical Proficiency: Strong understanding of optical network principles, including fiber types, transmission standards, and test methodologies.

+ ​Onsite Availability: Must be willing to work on-site at one of the following key locations: Philadelphia, New Jersey, or Denver.

+ ​Problem-Solving: Proven ability to rapidly diagnose and resolve complex network issues in a live production environment.

+ ​Independent Work: Ability to manage upgrade tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $65,200 - $138,944/year.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

**Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.** In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

+ Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave

+ Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)

+ Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)

+ Life and disability insurance

+ Employee assistance programs

+ Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

**Important Notice:** Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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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: 385363

Posted on: Dec 29, 2025

Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

Contract Type: Permanent

Location:

Berwyn, PA, USBridgewater, NJ, USBridgewater, NJ, USIrving, TX, US

Brand: Capgemini Engineering

Professional Community: Products & Systems Engineering

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.