Senior Optical Engineer

6 days ago

Canada Nokia Global Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year
Description

Join our Optical Engineering Team as a Senior Product Designer, where you'll be pivotal in shaping the next generation of transponder/muxponder products. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams—including Hardware, DSP, Firmware, and Software—you will optimize the performance of both client and line-side optics. Your day-to-day job will involve integrating line modules, designing validation tests, and ensuring quality assurance while translating complex system requirements into precise specifications. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to mentor fellow engineers, fostering a collaborative environment centered around innovation. In our dynamic and supportive workspace, you'll thrive in a culture that values teamwork and technical excellence, driving forward our advancements in coherent optical communication technology. We are looking for passionate people ready to tackle demanding and shape the future of optical engineering with us—5 days a week in the office, fully engaged in our mission

 

Responsibilities
  • Guide the design and development of next-generation transponder/muxponder products within the Optical Engineering Team.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HW, DSP, FW, SW) to enhance optics performance for client and line-side applications.
  • Oversee full integration of line modules, ensuring performance optimization and rigorous quality assurance.
  • Conduct design validation and testing to verify module functionality and system-level performance.
  • Translate complex system requirements into detailed line module specifications in collaboration with peer engineering teams.
  • Interface with vendors to source and procure optical components that meet stringent product specifications.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration within the team.
  • Stay current with industry trends and best practices in coherent optical communication technology and design validation processes.
*Required Skills for Internal Candidates 

Qualifications
  • MS or PhD in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related fields
  • 3+ years of experience in Coherent Optical Communication (Transceivers/Transponders)
  • 5+ years in optical engineering development
  • Deep expertise in Digital Signal Processing and high-speed optical signal generation/detection
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

It would be nice if you also had:

  • Familiarity with optical communication systems and linear/nonlinear impairments
  • Experience with standard industry design validation processes and product life cycle
  • Strong English communication skills and people skills

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