Network Hardware Designer

5 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Ciena Canada, Inc. Full time
About the Role

Ciena Canada, Inc. is committed to creating a work environment that empowers individuals' passions, growth, well-being, and belonging.

We're seeking a talented Network Hardware Designer to join our team of hardware designers working on the design, implementation, and validation of complex printed circuit boards for next generation networking and optical platforms.

As a Network Hardware Designer, you will be accountable for co-developing the hardware design of Ciena's flagship optical modem circuit packs, ensuring thorough lab validation of designs and interface robustness as part of transitioning board designs from initial prototype hardware to volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities
  • Under the mentorship of a senior engineer, you will be responsible for co-developing the hardware design of Ciena's flagship optical modem circuit packs.
  • You will evaluate and implement circuitry supporting early versions of custom & advanced electronic and optical components not yet available to general market.
  • You will oversee the detailed design and schematic capture of High-Speed Digital/Analog/Power Circuits as well as the CAD implementation of the PCB associated with the design.
  • You'll play a key role in the documentation of functional specifications, test plans and reports and participate in multidisciplinary meetings to coordinate the efforts of Signal Integrity, Mechanical, Thermal, Component, Optical, Test teams and other stakeholders.
Requirements
  • A degree in Electrical, Optical, Computer or Engineering Physics or equivalent.
  • The ability to work on site in office and lab typically 5 days a week.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience designing circuit boards, preferably for telecom or a high reliability application.
  • Experience in board level simulation and circuit simulation methodology.
  • Experience in hardware design implementing circuits involving microprocessors, ASIC's, FPGA, memories and optical devices.
  • Knowledge of high-speed design and transmission line theory.
  • Knowledge of precision analog design, including development and verification of noise, precision and stability budgets.
  • Demonstrated use of schematic capture and layout tools such as the Cadence Allegro tool suite.
  • Experience with hands on lab measurement techniques, automation scripts and test equipment.
About Compensation

The estimated annual salary for this position is $72,600 CAD, reflecting the company's commitment to fair compensation based on knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations.

Ciena offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, participation in 401(K) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-paid holidays, paid sick leave, and vacation time.



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