Senior Electro-Optics Hardware Designer

Ciena; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Electro-Optics Hardware Designer to contribute to the development of high-speed optical modem products. The role involves hands-on lab work, collaboration with various teams, and requires a strong background in electrical engineering. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies in a supportive work environment focused on personal growth and well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401(K) with company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Qualifications

• Experience with programming in Matlab or Python for simulation, test automation.
• Demonstrated hands-on hardware lab skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing, modelling, testing, and integration of optical modem hardware.
• Collaboration with firmware, PCB and DSP design teams.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics

Tools

Matlab

Python

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How You Will Contribute

Ciena's electro-optics hardware team is responsible for designing and delivering high-speed electro-optics components and the modem subsystem into Ciena’s next generation coherent optical products, which are considered a key technology and flagship product for Ciena.

We're looking for an experienced electro-optics designer to work in a design role responsible for custom electro-optic component and modem subsystem development, enabling Ciena's next generation coherent optical modem products.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of cutting-edge optical and RF technologies in a world-class R&D lab environment. Tasks include designing, modelling, testing, and integration activities for Ciena's coherent optical modem hardware.

• Hands-on lab measurement work with RF and optical devices and subsystems
• Computer programming in Matlab for simulation, test automation, and data analysis
• Collaboration with firmware, PCB and DSP design teams
• Collaboration with internal and external electro-optic component suppliers
• Technical documentation, including ownership of optical component / subsystem specifications and related technical documentation
  
  

The Must Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics
• Demonstrated hands-on hardware lab skills
• Experience with programming in a language such as Matlab or Python for the purposes of simulation, test automation, and data analysis
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to interpret and clearly articulate designs, specifications, test results and trade-offs
  
  

The Assets

• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in the field of Electrical Engineering or Engineering Physics with exposure to electro-optics or optical communications
• Exposure to high-speed electro-optic hardware in a lab environment
• Experience with electro-optics/RF test methods and equipment
• Knowledge of fiber optic communications
• Knowledge of DSP theory
• Project management and/or technical leadership experience.
  

Pay Range

The annual pay range for this position is $90,800 - $145,000.

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

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

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Telecommunications

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