Optical Engineer 3

****What this Job Entails:****  The Optical Engineer III will help monitor the network and troubleshoot network issues, and ensure we are able to provide guaranteed performance and capacity to our products.  ****Scope:****  * Resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways * Seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of their specialty * Works on problems of a diverse scope  * Receives little instruction on day to day work, general instruction on new assignments ****Your Roles and Responsibilities:**** * Monitor Optical Long Haul and Metro networks and troubleshoot a variety of issues in a timely manner. * Perform fault isolation based on the troubleshooting outcome. * Coordinate with smart hands and optical equipment manufacturers to resolve issues and restore service. * Work cross-functionally and cross-regionally with other optical and network operational support teams. * Partner with and escalate to, various internal teams in pursuant of restoring service and limiting impact. * Manage and escalate critical events while communicating clearly and concisely. * Document and optimize operational processes and procedures. * Contribute to the creation of monitors, alerts, dashboards and metrics to drive continuous improvements. * Identify areas for automation and create or participate in the solution with scripting or coding skills. * Support deployment, and move, add, change teams. * Partner with audit teams to ensure accurate inventory and documentation.  * Document and follow RMA processes and procedures for all relevant vendors. * Detect and diagnose various error/failure conditions across an array of server types. * Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position ****Required Qualifications/Skills:**** * Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 5 to 8 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience  * Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise * Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions * Experience working with geometrical and physical optics, radiometry and lens design  * Understanding of optical design and tolerance analysis * Deep understanding of stray light analysis and non-sequential ray trace tools  * Knowledge about building and testing optical systems  * Excellent communication and teamwork skills  ****Preferred Qualifications:****  * Experience with laser systems  * Experience with CAD software such as  * Understanding of design for manufacturing and/or assembly  ****Physical Demand & Work Environment:**** * Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing * Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment * Must be able to use a computer * Must have the ability to communicate effectively  * Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers **Salary Range** $85,120.00 - $134,400.00 USD (Salary) * _Please note that the salary information provided herein is base pay only (gross); it does not include other forms of compensation which may or may not apply to this specific position, namely, performance-based bonuses, benefits-related payments, or other general incentives - none of which are guaranteed, may be subject to specific eligibility requirements, and are wholly within the discretion of Astreya to remit._ * _Further, the salary information noted above is a range that consists of a minimum and maximum rate of pay for this specific position. Where an applicant or employee is placed on this range will depend and be contingent on objective, documented work-related considerations like education, experience, certifications, licenses, preferred qualifications, among other factors._ **Astreya** **offers comprehensive** **b****enefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees,** **including:** * Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only * Dental provided through UHC * Nationwide Vision provided by UHC * Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care * Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific) * Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera * Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Days 401k Plan * Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance * Short Term & Long Term Disability * Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped) * Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually) * Paid Holidays * Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law