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Subject Matter Expert (SME) - FTTx Design Location: Chennai, India Experience: 8-15 Years Industry: Telecommunications | Fiber Network Design | Engineering Services About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled Subject Matter Expert (SME) - FTTx Design to provide technical leadership and engineering excellence for large-scale fiber network design programs supporting leading Australian telecommunications customers. The SME will serve as the technical authority for FTTx (MDU) planning and design, ensuring adherence to customer standards, engineering best practices, and quality requirements. This role requires extensive experience in GPON/XGS-PON network design, solid analytical capabilities,



and the ability to mentor design teams while driving continuous improvement across delivery programs. Key Responsibilities Proven experience in designing and reviewing MDU fiber network deployments for apartment complexes, residential communities, commercial buildings, and mixed-use developments. Ensure MDU designs comply with customer standards, building regulations, and constructability requirements. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Design and quality teams. Conduct detailed design audits and quality reviews to ensure high standards of accuracy and completeness. Support engineering teams in resolving complex design challenges and escalations. Perform root cause analysis for internal and customer-reported defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Drive Right First Time (RFT) performance through design standardization and best-practice implementation. Collaborate with customers and cross-functional stakeholders on technical discussions,

📌 Manager – FTTx Network Design SME (Chennai)
🏢 Tata Communications
📍 Chennai