Optical Engineer
Company: TEKsystems
Location: Medina
Posted on: March 23, 2026
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Job Description:
TEKsystems is partnering with a client looking for a highly
experienced Network Engineer with at least seven years of industry
experience and strong expertise in large?scale DWDM deployments and
optical networking technologies. The ideal candidate will have deep
knowledge of IP networking fundamentals, including hands?on
experience with routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF, as well as
major router platforms like Cisco 37xx, 49xx, 65xx, 73xx, and 76xx.
They should excel in network analysis and troubleshooting while
demonstrating broad familiarity with technologies such as
IPv4/IPv6, HSRP/GLBP, PIMv2, IGMP, LDP, IPSEC, DNS, and more.
Candidates must also be comfortable using command?line tools,
reading and modifying Python or automation?related code, and
discussing automation solutions for configuration, deployment, and
network optimization. Additional strengths include DWDM UI
familiarity, Linux experience, and competency with optical
components such as amplifiers, transponders, multiplexers, and
Raman/EDFA systems. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position
based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this
position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to
some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length
of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to
specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the
benefits available for this temporary role may include the
following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident,
and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax
contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D
for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability •
Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee
Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar
26, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation.
We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a
new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working
with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across
North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack
Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application,
we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power
of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The
company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all
applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion,
national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation,
gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic
protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We
accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise
in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business
value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong,
working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500
across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our
scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers,
hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and
master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by
delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our
global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are
Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company
is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications
without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin,
veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity,
genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: TEKsystems, Everett , Optical Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Medina, Washington
