About the role

We are seeking an Access Network Engineer to support the planning, design, deployment, commissioning, and maintenance of GPON/FTTH access networks for a leading telecommunications company in El Salvador. You will help implement and optimize fiber-based broadband services for residential and business customers. This role combines network engineering, technical troubleshooting, monitoring, documentation, and coordination with field teams and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, deployment, and maintenance of FTTH/GPON access networks, including infrastructure expansions and improvements.
• Support network coverage and capacity planning, considering equipment, ports, optical splitters, and power levels.
• Configure, integrate, and commission access equipment, including OLT and ONT/ONU devices.
• Support the design and review of the optical distribution network, including fiber routes, optical splitters, and distribution points.
• Monitor network performance, analyze alarms, and support fault diagnosis and resolution.
• Collaborate on network optimization and resolve connectivity, capacity, and service quality issues.
• Coordinate installation, testing, and maintenance activities with field teams and suppliers.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and change records.
• Perform technical field visits when required.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in access networks, optical fiber, FTTH/GPON, or related technical areas.
• Degree or completed studies in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ICT field.
• Advanced English proficiency for daily professional activities and communications.
• Knowledge of optical fiber networks and broadband access technologies.
• Familiarity with OLT and ONT/ONU equipment and optical distribution components.
• Basic knowledge of network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Problem-solving ability and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Optical Distribution Network, Broadband Access Networks, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting.
  Must live in San Salvador or the metropolitan area (100% on-site).

Nice to have:

Hands-on experience with Huawei, ZTE, Nokia or Fiberhome OLTs and their management systems (e.g., U2000/NCE).
Optical budget calculations and use of OTDR / power meters for fiber testing.
Experience with monitoring tools such as Zabbix or PRTG.
Networking certifications (CCNA or similar) or FTTH/FOA certifications.
Experience working with ISPs or telecom operators in Central America.What we offer:

What we offer:

Full-time, long-term position with a leading telecommunications company in El Salvador.
Hands-on work with modern GPON/FTTH technology and infrastructure expansion projects.
Opportunities to grow your expertise in access network technologies.

About the role

We are seeking an Access Network Engineer to support the planning, design, deployment, commissioning, and maintenance of GPON/FTTH access networks for a leading telecommunications company in El Salvador. You will help implement and optimize fiber-based broadband services for residential and business customers. This role combines network engineering, technical troubleshooting, monitoring, documentation, and coordination with field teams and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, deployment, and maintenance of FTTH/GPON access networks, including infrastructure expansions and improvements.
• Support network coverage and capacity planning, considering equipment, ports, optical splitters, and power levels.
• Configure, integrate, and commission access equipment, including OLT and ONT/ONU devices.
• Support the design and review of the optical distribution network, including fiber routes, optical splitters, and distribution points.
• Monitor network performance, analyze alarms, and support fault diagnosis and resolution.
• Collaborate on network optimization and resolve connectivity, capacity, and service quality issues.
• Coordinate installation, testing, and maintenance activities with field teams and suppliers.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including diagrams, configurations, and change records.
• Perform technical field visits when required.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience in access networks, optical fiber, FTTH/GPON, or related technical areas.
• Degree or completed studies in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or a related ICT field.
• Advanced English proficiency for daily professional activities and communications.
• Knowledge of optical fiber networks and broadband access technologies.
• Familiarity with OLT and ONT/ONU equipment and optical distribution components.
• Basic knowledge of network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Problem-solving ability and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Hands-on experience with Optical Distribution Network, Broadband Access Networks, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting.
  Must live in San Salvador or the metropolitan area (100% on-site).

Nice to have:

Hands-on experience with Huawei, ZTE, Nokia or Fiberhome OLTs and their management systems (e.g., U2000/NCE).
Optical budget calculations and use of OTDR / power meters for fiber testing.
Experience with monitoring tools such as Zabbix or PRTG.
Networking certifications (CCNA or similar) or FTTH/FOA certifications.
Experience working with ISPs or telecom operators in Central America.What we offer:

What we offer:

Full-time, long-term position with a leading telecommunications company in El Salvador.
Hands-on work with modern GPON/FTTH technology and infrastructure expansion projects.
Opportunities to grow your expertise in access network technologies.