Optical Engineer, Product Development Leader

1 month ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Viavi Solutions Full time

About the Role:

ViaVI Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Optical Engineer to lead the development of our optical test and measurement equipment. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for specifying, modeling, simulating, testing, and verifying optical systems.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership in the design and development of optical systems and instruments.
  • Present technical data, analysis, and recommendations to R&D teams for discussion and feedback.
  • Explore new technologies, develop concepts, and contribute to business development, including product lifecycle management.
  • Develop technology roadmaps aligned with the business roadmap.
  • Collaborate with other optical designers to establish efficiencies through tool selection, consolidation, and training.
  • Participate in optical/system design reviews.
  • Lead product development from concept to NPI.
  • Interact with vendors to source required components.
  • Develop testing requirements and establish testing solutions with hands-on experience.

Requirements:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A Master's or Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering Physics, or a related field.
  • At least 8 years of experience in product/technology development.
  • Familiarity with laser physics and optical amplifiers.
  • Software development or scripting experience, preferably in Python.
  • Proven ability to model optical systems and migrate designs into manufacturing.
  • Experience in vendor interaction and selection.
  • Hands-on experience with various testing equipment and the ability to develop and set up testing solutions and automation.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to provide and receive constructive criticism.
  • Knowledge of modern telecommunications and fiber optic transmission technologies.
  • Proven track record of working with multi-discipline and functional teams.
  • Experience with products such as EDFAs, Freespace optics, lasers, attenuators, OSAs, optical filters, and passive optical components.

We offer a competitive salary, estimated at $140,000 - $160,000 per year, depending on experience. ViaVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.



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