Introduction
Smartoptics provides innovative optical network solutions and devices for the new era of open networks, with a customer base including enterprises and public authorities, cloud providers, internet exchanges, as well as cable and telecom operators. Now, we are looking for a Junior Presales Engineer to support our optical devices business in EMEA. Are you the one we are looking for?
About the Role
As a Junior Presales Engineer you will be the go-to person for all technical solution support required by customers and our sales force. You will be the external link to our customers interfacing internally with our Product Management team, TAC Support team as well as the Production Team.
As a Presales Engineer, you will work with the products in our Optical Devices and Transceiver portfolio that we develop together with leading manufacturing partners in the field. This role also involves participating in setting requirements, specifying, and qualifying products in the lab. The role involves international travelling focusing mostly on EMEA region, additional travel to US and Asia on occasion.
You will work both in the office, out in the field and in a lab environment.
You will manage details on coding for appropriate vendor support and understanding the different challenges with interop and verification of transceivers in network equipment, routers etc.
About You
To take on the role of Junior Presale Engineer, you need to be interested in technology and networking. As a person, you should have good communication skills, an eye for both detail and the bigger picture, strong self-motivation, and a genuine interest in learning more.
You are early in your career or a recent graduate from a technical education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering physics, Optics, or another hardware-oriented engineering field, or from a Swedish Higher Vocational Education (Yrkeshögskolan) or Technical High School.
You should have experience in the following areas:
- IT competence and networking skills
- IP Networking experience
- Working in a lab environment with instruments
- Hands on work with Routers and Switches
Merits:
- Experience with telecom/networking products
- Experience with optical systems and optical instruments
- Experience of presales or other sales or product supporting function
- IP over DWDM experience
To succeed in this role, you need self-drive and engagement. You should be curious and fearless. Proficiency in English is required, Swedish is commonly spoken in the office, learning it over time is encouraged.
What We Offer
At the Stockholm office, Smartoptics is gathered in one place. We have a culture of openness and involvement. If you thrive on a dynamic environment and love being involved in problem-solving, there’s a great chance you’ll enjoy working with us! We have an ambitious roadmap ahead and offer strong development opportunities for our employees.
About Smartoptics
Smartoptics is a Scandinavian company offering innovative fiber-optic network solutions and components for the new era of open networks. We solve technical challenges in networks to enhance our customers’ competitiveness. Smartoptics’ customer base today includes hundreds of companies, such as government clients, cloud providers, and cable and telecom operators. Smartoptics was founded in 2006 and has its headquarters in Oslo. The Stockholm office houses about 90 great colleagues, characterized by a culture of innovation and drive. Across the company, there are currently 140 employees. Our modern office is just a stone’s throw from the Kista subway station and the Helenelund commuter train station.