Senior Optical Hardware Systems Architect

1 month ago

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

Ciena Canada, Inc. is committed to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Optical Hardware Systems Architect to join our Optical Networks System Design Architecture team. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in designing complex networking solutions that meet the current and future needs of our customers.

Responsibilities:

Product Design:

  • Work with Product Line Management to define initial requirements for customer-specific requests or new market needs.
  • Collaborate with design teams to iterate through hardware options and present design tradeoffs.
  • Define solution requirements in sufficient detail for design teams to implement.
  • Provide support to design teams during the design phase.

Product Integration:

  • Provide input into hardware characterization, software integration, system test, and product verification test plans.
  • Support design teams in resolving issues that arise during testing.
  • Execute or guide the execution of the system-level test plan.

Customer Interaction:

  • Create product supporting documentation for PLM to describe new technologies, solutions, and product designs to customers.
  • Present to customer account teams and customers as required.
  • Provide support when field issues are escalated to the design teams.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of Hardware Design experience in optical networking or a related field.
  • Experience or interest in system design, preferably in the telecommunications industry.
  • Knowledge of networking protocols, technologies, and architectures.
  • Experience with hardware design, testing, and validation as well as hardware and software integration.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think critically and propose innovative solutions.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently.
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

The annual pay range for this position is $110,900 - $177,100. 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. We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Ciena is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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