Hyperscale Network Specialist I

Why E2 Optics? 🚀 Advance Your Career with E2 Optics 🚀 Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry—powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow. At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA—we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win. If you’re looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America’s largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what’s next. What You'll Do Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures. Promote and uphold E2 Optics' Core Values by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and a safety-first mindset in all work activities. Execute standardized network validation activities on hyperscale data center infrastructure in accordance with customer specifications, project standards, and E2 Optics Standard Operating Procedures. Perform physical validation of Front-End Network (FENW) infrastructure including structured cabling systems, patch panels, fiber enclosures, network cabinets, equipment racks, pathways, and network hardware. Verify installation quality by inspecting cable routing, cable management, bend radius, labeling, connector orientation, patching accuracy, hardware installation, and overall workmanship. Validate activation readiness by confirming: Perform basic troubleshooting activities using established troubleshooting procedures and approved customer workflows. Utilize customer-approved software applications including FIM, CableGuy, UTP, and other applicable customer systems to review assignments, update tickets, document findings, and communicate status. Perform guided continuity verification utilizing Visual Fault Locators (VFL) and other approved testing equipment under the direction of qualified personnel. Assist higher-level Network Specialists in performing fiber optic inspections using digital fiber inspection scopes while developing competency in connector cleanliness evaluation in accordance with IEC 61300-3-35 standards. Perform approved fiber cleaning procedures utilizing customer-approved cleaning methods and materials while following manufacturer recommendations and established cleaning standards. Develop a foundational understanding of network testing methodologies including: Assist in validating network hardware including chassis, line cards, transceivers, fabric modules, and associated network components without performing unauthorized configuration changes. Accurately document all inspection findings, observations, deficiencies, corrective actions, and ticket updates within customer-required documentation systems. Generate complete, accurate, and timely documentation supporting audit completion, validation activities, and provisioning readiness. Perform limited corrective actions within approved authorization boundaries including reseating connectors, correcting labeling discrepancies, and other basic remediation activities as directed by higher-level personnel. Recognize abnormal testing results, installation deficiencies, damaged infrastructure, documentation discrepancies, or network abnormalities and promptly escalate in accordance with established escalation procedures. Escalate unresolved issues to a Hyperscale Network Specialist II or III within  15 to 20 minutes  when troubleshooting exceeds established Level I authority or when directed by customer procedures. Support commissioning, turnover, and customer acceptance activities by ensuring assigned work areas remain organized, documented, and inspection ready. Participate in on-the-job training, classroom instruction, manufacturer training, customer certification programs, and continuous professional development activities to expand technical competency. Maintain proper care, organization, calibration awareness, and accountability for assigned tools, testing equipment, PPE, and customer assets. Maintain clean and organized work areas that support safe operations, efficient production, and customer expectations. Perform additional duties as assigned in support of project objectives and customer requirements. Travel:  The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics. What We Are Looking For Education High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. OSHA 10 certification required within the first two (2) weeks of employment or as required by project specifications. Completion of E2 Optics onboarding and customer-specific orientation prior to performing field activities. Successful completion of customer-required training and system access requirements prior to independently performing audit activities. Experience 0–2 years of experience in structured cabling, telecommunications, low voltage systems, data center construction, network infrastructure, mission critical construction, or related technical field. Previous experience working in a data center or mission critical environment is preferred but not required. Exposure to fiber optic and copper cabling systems, testing equipment, or network infrastructure is preferred. Demonstrated ability to safely work in active construction environments while following established procedures and quality standards. Preferred Cert