Senior Manager, Network Engineering – WaaS

Mission: Transforming Global Connectivity

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling innovations across 141,000 miles of network in North America and Europe. As the Senior Manager for Wavelength-as-a-Service (WaaS), you will play a pivotal role in shaping how Zayo delivers optical services. This leadership position demands a professional with a strong background in network automation, market planning, and DWDM engineering.

Core Responsibilities & Technical Leadership

• Strategic Oversight: Providing vision and direct oversight for optical engineering teams in the design and deployment of infrastructure and automation systems.

• Network Automation: Driving the execution of Zayo’s automation vision to reduce the level of effort for Wavelength service delivery, focusing on API design and Element Management Systems.

• Infrastructure Excellence: Overseeing implementation for DWDM systems (Metro and Long-haul) involving hardware from Ciena, Nokia, and legacy Infinera.

• Vendor & Budget Management: Managing capital forecasts, monitoring expenditures, and coordinating with vendors for products and development services.

WaaS Delivery & Capacity Planning

• Service Automation: Implementing automated customer orders leveraging Zayo’s wavelength network.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partnering with Product Development, Field Technicians, and OSP/ISP teams to align network enhancements with customer requirements.

• Performance Testing: Executing extensive user experience and performance testing to ensure solution functionality aligns with roadmap goals.

Zayo Workforce Diversity Statistics

Zayo prioritizes an inclusive work environment. As of 2024-2025 data, the company’s demographic profile includes:

• Gender Distribution: Approximately 33% Female and 67% Male company-wide.

• Ethnic Diversity: Roughly 40.1% of the staff identify as ethnic minorities.

• Management Composition: The management team is approximately 69% White, 11% Black or African American, and 11% Hispanic or Latino.

• Executive Team: The executive leadership is composed of 24% Female members.

Required Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of DWDM engineering, Optical Networks, and Network Automation/Orchestration.

• Management Experience: Proven track record of managing diverse teams including developers, architects, and project managers.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

Technical Architecture: Optical Services Workflow

The Senior Manager oversees the lifecycle of wavelength service delivery through advanced automation.