Senior Analog Designer

Ciena Corporation; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 114,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) (USA) & DCPP (Canada) with firm

ESPP

EAP

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ciena Corporation seeks an experienced Analog Circuit Design Engineer to join our advanced lab team in Ottawa. You will design high-speed analog circuits for 224G/448G SERDES and work across BiCMOS/CMOS technologies.

You will collaborate with layout and test teams, characterize chips in our state-of-the-art facilities, and contribute to innovation in broadband fiber-optic modems. Excellent English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in Analog Circuit Design.
• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with BiCMOS and/or CMOS technology.
• Strong problem-solving skills and methodical approach to technical challenges.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with layout team members to deliver full GDSII solutions for integration.
• Deliver electrical interface-facing ADC-based SERDES solutions for 224G and 448G.
• Design analog circuits such as AFE, CTLE, FFE, track and holds, time-interleaved ADCs, high-frequency clock generation and distribution, phase interpolators, DACs, serializers and analog blocks like LDOs, OTAs and bandgaps.
• Characterize test chips and product implementations in Ciena’s lab with the Analog Macro Integration team.
• Share insights and updates regularly with the team to drive innovation and excellence.

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Mentor Calibre

Synopsys STAR-RC

MMSIM

Job description

As the global leader in high-speed connectivity, Ciena builds the critical infrastructure powering the AI era. We’re a technology company shaping the future of networking, guided by innovation, integrity, and collaboration. Through development opportunities, meaningful work, and flexibility, Ciena supports growth and well-being—on and off the job. Connect with a career that matters. Are you ready to be part of a groundbreaking team driving innovation in broadband fiber-optic modems? Ciena’s Wavelogic family of products has been at the forefront of optical fiber transmission solutions, revolutionizing the telecommunications industry for over 30 years. Join our vibrant team of experts as we design advanced high-speed analog circuits in cutting-edge deep-submicron CMOS and BiCMOS technologies.

How You Will Contribute:

• Collaborate with layout team members to deliver full GDSII solutions for integration.
• Deliver electrical interface-facing ADC-based SERDES solutions for 224G and 448G.
• Design circuits such analog-front-end & CTLE, FFE, track and holds, time-interleaved ADCs, high frequency clock generation and distribution, phase interpolators, DACs, serializers and analog circuits such as LDOs, OTAs and bandgaps
• Characterize test chips and product implementations in Ciena’s state-of-the-art lab alongside the Analog Macro Integration team.
• Share insights and updates regularly with the team to drive innovation and excellence.

The Must Haves:

• 5+ years of professional experience in Analog Circuit Design
• Completion of a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Proven experience designing in advanced BiCMOS and/or CMOS technology.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical approach to technical challenges.
• Exceptional organizational, written, and oral communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Cadence Virtuoso, Mentor Calibre, Synopsys STAR-RC, and MMSIM.

The Assets:

• Experience with 2.5D or 3D electromagnetic tools like HFSS or EMX.
• Familiarity with mixed-signal design validation using cutting-edge probing and test equipment.

Pay Range:

The annual pay range for this position is $114,000 - $182,000 Pay ranges at Ciena are designed to accommodate variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions, and locations, reflecting our diverse products, industries, and lines of business. Please note that the pay range information provided in this posting pertains specifically to the primary location, which is the top location listed in case multiple locations are available. Non-Sales employees may be eligible for a discretionary incentive bonus, while Sales employees may be eligible for a sales commission.

In addition to competitive compensation, 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.

• 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
• vacation time

We also comply with all applicable laws regarding Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.

Ciena values the diversity of its workforce and respects its employees as individuals.

We do not tolerate any form of discrimination.

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

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise Ciena of any accommodation measures you may require.

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