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Senior Optical Module Test Engineer

Kanata, Ontario, CanadaOnsiteFull TimeSeniorPosted 2 months ago

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Role summary

Nokia is seeking a Senior Optical Module Test Engineer to join their IP Routing Hardware organization, focusing on Data Center and Communications Service Providers. This role involves the optical and electrical qualification of new optical modules, their integration into products, and customer issue resolution. The engineer will build optical test beds, plan and execute design verification testing, analyze results, and collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers. The position requires a B.Sc or B.Eng in a relevant field, 10+ years of industry experience, and expertise in high-speed pluggable optical transceivers and related test equipment and standards. Python programming ability is a plus.

Job Description
Join our team as we continue to expand our product portfolio into the Data Center and Communications Service Providers. The IP Routing Hardware organization is very flat - there are few levels of management between the Individual Contributor and the VP of Hardware. We are also very lean - each engineer spends more time doing engineering work and less time on overhead. As a result, your work has high visibility, and your decisions directly impact the product we ship.
As an Optical Module Test Engineer in the IP Routing Hardware group, you will be responsible for: the optical and electrical qualification of new optical modules; the integration of optical modules into the product line; the resolution of customer issues. This position requires a self-starter who works well in a hardware lab environment and can operate the latest measurement equipment. You will drive new product introduction by executing tests, analyzing results, and making recommendations.
How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

  • Build up optical test beds to qualify pluggable optical transceiver modules
  • Plan and execute design verification testing
  • Analyze lab results to determine if optical modules meet vendor specifications
  • Work with Hardware and Software teams, Product Line Management, and Compliance team to meet product requirements
  • Foster constructive and collaborative relationships with external suppliers

Key Skills And Experience

  • Minimum B.Sc or B.Eng in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Applied Physics
  • 10+ years of related industry experience
  • Solid experience and knowledge in the integration and qualification of various photonic components, particularly high-speed pluggable optical transceivers
  • Working knowledge of various instruments like bit error rate tester, network traffic analyzer, digital communication analyzer, real time oscilloscope, and optical spectrum analyzer
  • Conversant with IEEE 802.3 standards, OIF implementation agreements, MSA specifications, and NRZ / PAM4 signalling
  • Programming ability in Python is an asset

About Us
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If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.
The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia .
About The Team
Some of our benefits in Canada :

  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D – Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.
Disclaimer for US/Canada
Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.
All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.

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