Senior Network Planning Engineer, Infrastructure Services
Core
Senior Network Planning Engineer responsible for end-to-end capacity planning, investment modeling, and infrastructure lifecycle management for Apple's global backbone, edge, and core datacenters.
Role type
Senior IC network planning engineer (infrastructure)
Builds
Global network infrastructure including Dark Fiber, Submarine cable systems, and datacenter colocation facilities
Domain
Telecommunications / Network Infrastructure / Datacenter Operations
Required skills
IP and Optical network planning (Layer 1–3), DWDM/OTN transport, capacity forecasting, TCO/ROI modeling, datacenter architecture, predictive analytics, project management, carrier market engagement
Preferred skills
Python, SQL, Tableau, OSS/BSS platforms, commercial carrier contract management, PMP certification
Technologies
DWDM, OTN, IP routing, Python, SQL, Tableau, OSS/BSS
Responsibilities
Convert architectural concepts into hop-level deployment packages for IP and Optical domains; Build and formalize business cases for long-term investments in Dark Fiber, Submarine systems, and colocation; Develop predictive models to forecast bandwidth demands and router capacity; Validate datacenter facility requirements including space, power, and cabling topologies; Manage end-to-end capacity planning and deployment lifecycle from scoping to in-service handover; Maintain accuracy of circuit/asset inventory systems and engage with global telcos and subsea providers
