Assume a vital position as a key member of a high-performing team that delivers infrastructure and performance excellence. Your role will be instrumental in shaping the future at one of the world's largest and most influential companies.

 

As a Lead Infrastructure Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Corporate Technology Team, you apply deep knowledge of software, applications, and technical processes within the infrastructure engineering discipline. Continue to evolve your technical and cross-functional knowledge outside of your aligned domain of expertise.

 

Job responsibilities

 

Design, implement, and manage optical networks and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systemsPlan, coordinate, install, and support the construction, migration, and decommissioning of optical metro equipment/hardwareDevelop and update documentation to improve network design and production workflowsConduct configuration, testing, monitoring, operations, and management of Optical NetworksMaintain network documentation, including long-haul optical network maps, circuit diagrams, and traffic flow chartsPlan, schedule, and create change control records, and configure network elements in a large-scale networking environment, adhering to change control policies and proceduresProvide Tier 4 support for optical network escalations, following the problem management process, which may involve network issues as well as other managed devices and servicesEscalate issues to vendors as needed and assist in resolving themPerform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on optical network issues, identify chronic problems, and take action to determine and resolve the root cause, making network configuration changes in response to client issuesApply technical expertise and problem-solving skills to projects of moderate scope

 

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

 

Formal training or certification on infrastructure engineering concepts and 5+ years applied experienceOver 5 years of experience in Optical Network Infrastructure and Fiber Optic Network Design in large-scale service delivery projectsProven experience in managing and leading infrastructure and network projectsAdvanced expertise in Optical Networking, including knowledge of ROAMS, Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM), and Optical Transport Network (OTN)Ability to clearly communicate the business value and impact of complex technical and non-technical information, and knows when to seek assistance from senior managementStrong understanding of network operating systems, network equipment, and networking protocols is essentialExperience with one or more programming languages, such as JSON or PythonExperience in automating the lifecycle management of network elements or virtualized network functionsKnowledgeable in network engineering and IP Layer protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, or similar routing protocolsBS/BA or MS degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent 

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Knowledge in network securityKnowledgeable about the optical principles of fiber optic communication systemsExtensive experience in Photonics and Broadband networksSkilled in troubleshooting optical networks at Layer 1 and Layer 3 In-depth understanding of fiber characteristics, optical modules, optical protocols, system configuration, DWDM, OTN, wavelength assignment, optical signal amplification, and standard testing methods (e.g., BERT, OTDR)Implement and optimize Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) systems to enhance secure communication protocols, leveraging expertise in optical engineering to ensure robust and efficient solutionsCertified CCNA with a strong foundation in routing and switching fundamentals