Senior Optical Network Engineer
Apply NowCompany: King County, WA
Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
Salary: $119,465.01 - $151,428.99 Annually
Location : Chinook Building 401 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2025-24058
Department: KCIT - Information Technology
Division: Ops and Infrastructure
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C19 : PROTEC17-Information Tech
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Summary
King County Information Technology (KCIT) is seeking a Senior Optical Network Engineer to lead and support KCIT's Optical Network Infrastructure. The responsibilities of this position include designing, maintaining, and administering large-scale Adva Optical networks, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance with industry standards. This role serves as a senior engineering resource within KCIT's Network Services INET team, requiring deep expertise in Adva/Adtran solutions, network architecture, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Network Engineer will collaborate with stakeholders, contribute to long-term network strategies, and ensure the seamless integration of optical networking technologies.
King County Department of Information Technology (KCIT) KCIT uses the power of technology to digitally transform King County. Building vibrant communities through digital equity and social justice, KCIT offers innovative solutions that engage, empower, and serve our residents, businesses, communities and interested stakeholders. As the first-place recipient of the 15th annual National Association of Counties (NACo) Digital Counties Survey, KCIT is recognized for its vision, strategy, innovation, and collaboration. KCIT has a focus of delivering smart technology solutions that support customers, building stronger communities through innovation. KCIT is providing the building blocks for many of the region's most critical services. As the business solutions partner, we collaborate with the 18 County departments to develop products and services that better serve the needs of our customers and our community. To learn more about KCIT, please visit:
Job Duties
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Other Requirements
Desirable Qualifications
Supplemental Information
Work Environment
The work associated with this position will be performed primarily on site, with remote work available on occasion. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of to support when working remotely.
Classification
IT Production Engineer-Senior - 7130800
Union
This position is represented by Protec17: Information Technology
Work Schedule
The normal workweek for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedules may be considered. This position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is required to participate in an After Hours Support Rotation.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Are you ready to APPLY!?
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. A completed King County Application and Resume are required for consideration. Applications submitted without all material will not be considered.
Questions
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shannon Hoeper, shoeper@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-6957.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Are you authorized to work in the United States?
02
Does your authorization require sponsorship now or in the future from an employer or other source? (This does not preclude you from being considered for this position.)
03
The person hired for this position must successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background investigation. Are you willing to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to an offer of employment? This will include reference checks with previous employers, and a criminal background check including fingerprinting.
04
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
05
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
Required Question
Location : Chinook Building 401 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2025-24058
Department: KCIT - Information Technology
Division: Ops and Infrastructure
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C19 : PROTEC17-Information Tech
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Summary
King County Information Technology (KCIT) is seeking a Senior Optical Network Engineer to lead and support KCIT's Optical Network Infrastructure. The responsibilities of this position include designing, maintaining, and administering large-scale Adva Optical networks, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance with industry standards. This role serves as a senior engineering resource within KCIT's Network Services INET team, requiring deep expertise in Adva/Adtran solutions, network architecture, troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Network Engineer will collaborate with stakeholders, contribute to long-term network strategies, and ensure the seamless integration of optical networking technologies.
King County Department of Information Technology (KCIT) KCIT uses the power of technology to digitally transform King County. Building vibrant communities through digital equity and social justice, KCIT offers innovative solutions that engage, empower, and serve our residents, businesses, communities and interested stakeholders. As the first-place recipient of the 15th annual National Association of Counties (NACo) Digital Counties Survey, KCIT is recognized for its vision, strategy, innovation, and collaboration. KCIT has a focus of delivering smart technology solutions that support customers, building stronger communities through innovation. KCIT is providing the building blocks for many of the region's most critical services. As the business solutions partner, we collaborate with the 18 County departments to develop products and services that better serve the needs of our customers and our community. To learn more about KCIT, please visit:
Job Duties
- Design, implement, and maintain scalable Adva Optical networks, integrating them with broader enterprise infrastructure.
- Collaborate with network architects to align Adva solutions with enterprise network strategies.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts and resolve Adva Optical network issues to minimize downtime.
- Oversee network upgrades and maintenance activities to enhance performance and reliability.
- Mentor journey-level engineers on Adva/Adtran technologies, fostering technical growth within the team.
- Conduct training and workshops to strengthen technical expertise in optical networking.
- Maintain detailed documentation of Adva network designs, configurations, and troubleshooting protocols.
- Ensure network configurations adhere to organizational standards and compliance requirements.
- Apply best practices to enhance network performance and drive innovative network enhancements.
- Act as a liaison between vendors, technical support teams, and departments to resolve complex system or network issues.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), contribute to change management processes, and support physical security measures.
- Provide high-quality customer service, enter requests in the IT Service Center system, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
- 7+ years in IT roles, with experience maintaining enterprise network systems according to industry best practices.
- 5+ years designing and implementing enterprise optical networks with Adva/Adtran solutions.
- 3+ years of experience working with Cisco routers/switches and security tools.
- Strong background in network architecture, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
- Experience mentoring and training technical staff on advanced network technologies.
- Ability to build strong customer relationships, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical articulation and documentation.
Other Requirements
- Successful completion of CJIS (Criminal Justice Information System) background check including fingerprinting
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations
- May be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of equipment and boxes of varying sizes and weights by hand, including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, placing, as well as physical bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, or crawling in a safe and efficient manner
- Valid WA State driver's license
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience with PowerShell and Red Hat Linux.
- Network certifications such as Adva Optical Networking Certification, CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional), or equivalent.
- Microsoft Azure Certification.
- Experience in large-scale enterprise network environments with a focus on high availability and performance.
Supplemental Information
Work Environment
The work associated with this position will be performed primarily on site, with remote work available on occasion. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. King County has a robust collection of to support when working remotely.
Classification
IT Production Engineer-Senior - 7130800
Union
This position is represented by Protec17: Information Technology
Work Schedule
The normal workweek for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative work schedules may be considered. This position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is required to participate in an After Hours Support Rotation.
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
Are you ready to APPLY!?
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. A completed King County Application and Resume are required for consideration. Applications submitted without all material will not be considered.
Questions
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shannon Hoeper, shoeper@kingcounty.gov or 206-263-6957.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01
Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
02
Does your authorization require sponsorship now or in the future from an employer or other source? (This does not preclude you from being considered for this position.)
- Yes
- No
03
The person hired for this position must successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background investigation. Are you willing to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to an offer of employment? This will include reference checks with previous employers, and a criminal background check including fingerprinting.
- Yes
- No
04
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
05
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
Required Question