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Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on CPT or EAD for this position.\nAbout this opportunity\nEricsson is looking for an experienced engineering professional with strong expertise in Optical Transport Networks, Fiber Optic Infrastructure, and Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure. This US-based role encompasses technical leadership, solution design, rack integration, structured cabling, deployment support, and customer engagement for large-scale data center and network infrastructure projects. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor, applying your knowledge of physical infrastructure, complex fiber cabling systems, and optical transport networks to help customers build, deploy, and operate reliable, scalable, and high-performance infrastructure solutions.\nWhat you will do:\nServe as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Optical Transport Networks, Fiber Optic Infrastructure, and Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure across US customer projects.\nProvide technical guidance throughout the full project lifecycle - solution design, engineering reviews, deployment planning, integration, testing, commissioning, and operational support.\nAct as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, defining infrastructure deployment methodologies, migration plans, and operational best practices.\nDevelop engineering standards, deployment procedures, methods of procedure (MOPs), testing plans, and technical documentation.\nSupport implementation and testing of complex fiber optic infrastructure, including high-density fiber cabling, MPO/MTP architectures, and structured cabling solutions.\nSupport rack-level integration, infrastructure migrations, network upgrades, and data center expansion programs while minimizing operational risk.\nReview customer requirements, bills of materials (BOMs), rack elevations, and cabling designs to ensure solutions are technically sound and executable.\nProvide mentorship and training to internal teams, field engineers, and deployment partners.\nThe skills you bring:\nStrong knowledge of Data Center Physical Layer Infrastructure design, deployment, and operations.\nExperience with rack integration, hardware installation standards, structured cabling, and data center infrastructure best practices.\nExpertise in Optical Transport Networks including DWDM, ROADM, and Data Center Interconnect (DCI) architectures.\nHands-on knowledge of MPO/MTP architectures, fiber trunks, patch panels, ODFs/FDFs, and high-density fiber optic cabling systems.\nProficiency in fiber testing methodologies including OTDR, insertion loss, continuity, and polarity validation.\nExperience supporting large-scale infrastructure deployments, technology refreshes, and migration programs in Points of Presence (POPs) and data centers.\nDemonstrated ability to lead technical workshops, design reviews, and customer-facing engineering discussions.\nStrong consultative, problem-solving, collaboration, and technical documentation skills.\nAI is becoming core to how we build and deliver at Ericsson. We're seeking talent who are ready to learn, adapt, and develop the skills needed to thrive in an AI-enabled future.\nAbility to travel 50%.\nWhy join Ericsson?\nAt Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.\nWhat happens once you apply?\nClick Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.\nEricsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.\nIf you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at .\nDISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.\nPrimary country and city: United States (US) || Preferred Location: Plano, Texas\nOther Locations Being Considered: Overland Park, Kansas - Columbus, Ohio - Reston, Virginia - Atlanta, Georgia\nJob details: Network Engineer\nCompensation and Benefits at Ericsson\nAt Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.\nYour Pay\nThe salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.\nShort-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.\nYour Health\nEricsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.\nYour Financial Security\nWe invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.\nYour Time\nYour work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. 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