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Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.\nZayo is seeking a Data Center Engineer. The Data Center Engineer is the engineering tier of the Data Center Operations team, and the technical owner of fiber and connectivity for our Los Angeles data centers and POPs. This role owns connectivity requests and fiber projects end to end - from feasibility and design through provisioning, turn-up, and close-out. Working with Fiber Engineering and other specialist teams, theData Center Engineer owns dark-fiber and cross-connect provisioning, splice and panel assignments, circuit turn-up, and fiber records and capacity. Where technicians execute the day-to-day, the Data Center Engineer works at the system level, owning root cause and prevention. While fiber and connectivity are core to the role, the Data Center Engineer maintains a working command of the full data center system-power, cooling, space, and remote hands-and integrates them rather than specializing in only one.\nThe Data Center Engineer reports to the Data Center Manager and works closely with the Manager to translate operational priorities, customer requirements, and connectivity needs into technically sound execution.\nWork Authorization Requirement: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization, such as OPT, TN, H1B or any other type of work visa, now or in the future.\nResponsibilities\nAnalyzes service orders to determine appropriate circuit design. \nDesign, simulate, and validate electronic circuits that meet functional, performance, and safety requirements. \nDesigns and prepares detailed circuit layout records for end-to-end circuit delivery and interfaces with other internal departments to ensure coordination of all elements required for provisioning of service. \nEnsure network management and utilization requirements for all transmission equipment are being met. \nGenerate schematics, collaborate with layout engineers, and review layouts for signal integrity, power integrity, and manufacturability. \nPerform and interpret advanced fiber testing and certification - OTDR (bidirectional, trace analysis), light-level/dBm, insertion loss and reflectance, and fiber characterization on diverse routes; scope and clean, and support field splicers.\nOwn the fiber records and capacity picture - span-ID and fiber-record ownership, fiber-path documentation, fiber-count and utilization forecasting, and conduit pathway documentation (MPOE, risers, closets, panels) - working in circuit-record and provisioning systems.\nMaintain and improve fiber-provisioning SOPs, workflows, and close-out standards\nWork closely and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (system engineers, firmware/software developers, manufacturing, and quality assurance) to deliver complete solutions. \nMaintain facility inventory systems to ensure accurate and complete facility assignments. \nIdentify and notify Engineering/Planning department of network congestion\nProvide engineering-quality remote/smart hands - server support and turn-up, optic and NIC installation, patching, and cable tracing - and load, install, and commission new equipment.\nStay grounded in critical infrastructure - power (A/B feeds, PDU, UPS), cooling (CRAC/HVAC), and space/capacity - respond to and triage facility alarms, support preventive maintenance and MOP execution in maintenance windows, and engage Facilities and specialist teams for deep faults.\nServe as an engineering escalation point for the technician team, participate in change management and maintenance windows, and mentor technicians.\nCommunicate with customers on connectivity requests and turn-ups. \nProvides best practice and skilled expertise to internal departments. \nProvides technical support and interpretation for complex problems based on analysis as requested. \nAssists the Engineers in the development and revision of internal procedures related to the processing and publication of CLRs \nResource for lower-level designers and technicians \nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college. \nMinimum of five (5) years in a telecommunications circuit design role that encompassed all aspects of circuit design from order acceptance to published CLR for all types of circuits. \nHands-on knowledge of telecommunications equipment configuration. \nExperience with Salesforce and Metasolv database applications. \nIn-depth knowledge of telecommunications standards and protocols. \nIn-depth understanding of network configuration and interworking. \nPractical knowledge of Wavelength/Ethernet/IP networks and technology. \nAbility to initiate and comprehend complex designs and arrange detailed information in a logical format. \nCompetency in navigating various database applications and MS software applications such as Excel, Visio and Word. \nAbility to manage a high-volume workload efficiently and effectively, while maintaining a precise attention to detail in an interrupted work environment. \nSelf-initiated to gain the knowledge necessary to perform job duties at a high level in a technically changing environment. \nHaving a solution oriented and analytical problem-solving mindset. \nA willingness to drive towards a goal and do what it takes to get a job done, which may include off hours and weekend work. \nStrong communication skills to guide and influence key stakeholders. \nEstimated base salary range: $90,000 - $118,600 USD/annually\nThe base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.\nAdditionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.\nThe posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.\nBenefits, Rewards & Wellness\nExcellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance\nRetirement 401(k) Savings Plan\nGenerous paid time off policy including paid parental leave\nZayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.\nThis policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.\nAs part of the application, hiring, onboarding, and/or employment process, Zayo or its affiliates, partners, and vendors may collect, store, and use biometric identifiers and biometric information (collectively, “Biometric Data”), such as fingerprints, facial geometry scans or other unique biological characteristics. Zayo uses CLEAR1, a third-party identity verification service, to verify applicant identity during the hiring process. CLEAR1 may collect Biometric Data, including facial geometry scans and/or other biometric identifiers, to authenticate your identity. Biometric Data will be retained pursuant to CLEAR1’s policies, which can be found here: https://www.clearme.com/clear1-credential-policy-crp. Zayo will not sell, lease, trade, or otherwise profit from any applicant's or employee's Biometric Data. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge this disclosure. 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