Lead Analog/RF Circuit Engineer

4 weeks ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Ciena Canada, Inc. Full time

Ciena Canada, Inc. fosters a people-centric culture that emphasizes a flexible and personalized work environment, empowering individuals to pursue their passions, growth, and overall well-being.

Why Choose Ciena:

  • Be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of technological advancements, working with leading-edge technologies and products alongside industry experts.
  • Experience an inclusive and diverse workplace that promotes empowerment and commitment among employees.
  • Benefit from comprehensive well-being programs designed to support the mental and physical health of employees and their families.
  • Receive recognition for outstanding performance through a robust awards program.

Your Contributions:

As a key member of a multi-disciplinary organization, you will engage in the development of high-baud rate modems for next-generation optical communication networks. You will join a specialized team focused on designing custom high-speed analog and RF integrated circuits utilizing advanced nano-scale CMOS and BiCMOS technologies.

In this senior role within the Analog/RF team, you will be responsible for designing critical high-speed circuits, starting from the transistor level and advancing to complex multi-functional blocks. Candidates must possess extensive experience in all facets of the analog/RF design process, including device-level investigations, architectural exploration, large-signal simulation, physical implementation, electromagnetic and reliability assessments, and comprehensive verification. Strong communication skills are essential, along with a proven track record of successful designs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Originate and develop new circuit concepts independently, from inception to completion.
  • Execute entire nanoscale CMOS design flows at 10 nm process nodes and below.
  • Provide regular updates on progress through participation in design review meetings.
  • Collaborate closely with team members and the broader technical community at Ciena.

Expectations:

  • Demonstrate a sense of urgency and accountability, prioritizing customer needs.
  • Exhibit attention to detail in delivering thorough and comprehensive work.
  • Possess strong problem-solving skills, utilizing engineering principles to tackle complex technical challenges.
  • Commit to continuous learning and share knowledge with peers.

Essential Qualifications:

  • MSc/MEng degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics/Science with an electrical sub-option.
  • A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience with a proven track record of design success and innovation.
  • Expertise in RF design with CMOS, BiCMOS, or III-V technology, along with training in RFIC/Microwave theory.
  • Deep understanding of semiconductor technology, fabrication, non-linear device modeling, and physical layout techniques.
  • Proficiency in using engineering tools from Cadence, Mentor, and Synopsys for analog design.
  • Familiarity with ADS, Eldo, HFSS, and/or Microwave Office is advantageous.
  • A self-motivated individual capable of working independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Programming skills in Python, Matlab, C++, and Skill.
  • Hands-on experience with VNAs, BERT, SpecA, and high-speed sampling or real-time scopes.

Compensation and Benefits:

The annual salary range for this position is $102,900 - $164,500 CAD, reflecting variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations.

Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in retirement savings plans with company matching, an Employee Stock Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time.

Ciena is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment for all employees, valuing diversity and individual contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not tolerate discrimination in any form.



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