Hiring: Junior Transmission / Optical Network Engineer (Freelancer)Milan | Hybrid | Occasional Travel to Eschborn, Germany (All Expenses Paid)? Languages-Italian: C1 (mandatory), English: B2/C1 (mandatory)Contract type- FreelancingMust be based in Italy – No sponsorship availableWe are looking for a Junior Transmission / Optical Network Engineer to support the optical network testing lab of a major telecom client.This is a freelance role based in Milan, with hybrid work and excellent benefits — when traveling to the client's office in Eschborn, Germany, all travel, food, and accommodation expenses are fully covered .What You Will DoSupport DWDM/OTN testing activities in the labConfigure test scenarios and execute shared test plansWork with vendors such as Huawei, Ciena, and NokiaPrepare clear and detailed test reportsParticipate in meetings and share progress updatesPerform troubleshooting on WDM networksUse optical testing tools (OPM, OTDR, OSAs, line testers)Collaborate with the team to ensure high service qualityTechnical Skills (Must-Have)Knowledge of DWDM networks (Huawei, Ciena, Nokia)Understanding of OTN (G.709)Basic knowledge of GMPLS and IP protocolsFamiliarity with optical fiber fundamentalsExperience with WDM testing toolsAbility to use NMS for WDM equipmentGood MS Office skillsKeywords: DWDM • OTN • Fiber Network • Transmission NetworkSoft SkillsStrong communication and teamworkOrganized, reliable, and detail-orientedAbility to work in a structured environmentCustomer-focused mindsetEducationDegree in Telecom / Electronics / Computer Engineering ORTechnical diploma with relevant experienceLanguagesItalian: C1 (mandatory)English: B2/C1 (mandatory)German: nice to haveNokia ONP certification: plusWork DetailsLocation: MilanMode: Hybrid (minimum 3 days/week on-site)Travel: Yes — all expenses paid when traveling to Eschborn, GermanyRemote: No#EngineeringJobs #MilanJobs #GermanyJobs #HybridWork #TechCareers #JobSearch #NetworkTesting #OpticalNetwo