Staff Optical Firmware Integration Engineer

Nokia; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Work-life balance

Benefits package

Job summary

Nokia in Ottawa seeks a seasoned Firmware Validation Engineer to lead validation of Optical Coherent firmware features, work within a Scrum team, and develop automated test strategies. You will automate tests in Python, extend test scripts, and investigate customer issues in a lab setting.

The role requires 7+ years in related fields, strong data center/telecom knowledge, and hands-on experience with optical test equipment. On-site lab work is expected several days per week.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Optical Coherent technologies (400G/800G) and firmware validation.
• Experience with CMIS-based pluggable modules is a plus.
• 7+ years of directly related experience or equivalent graduate degree plus work history.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation of Optical Coherent firmware features and interoperability.
• Develop and execute test strategies for CMIS-compliant modules in a scrum environment.
• Automate testing using Python and enhance test scripts and cases.
• Provide on-site support in the Ottawa lab, including setup of test equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve testing workflows.

Skills

Python programming

Automation testing

Data center/telecom networks

Log analysis

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Tools

PACE test platform

Traffic generators

Optical test equipment

Job description

Job Description

Exciting opportunity to work on next-generation Optical Coherent Pluggable technologies powering high-speed Data Center and Telecom network. In this role, you will be immersed in a collaborative and innovative team environment at our Ottawa site, where you'll have hands‑on involvement with cutting‑edge optical firmware integration test for development release and customer issue support. You will work alongside skilled engineers who are passionate about technology and dedicated to solving complex challenges.

Exciting opportunity to work on next-generation Optical Coherent Pluggable technologies powering high-speed Data Center and Telecom network. In this role, you will be immersed in a collaborative and innovative team environment at our Ottawa site, where you'll have hands‑on involvement with cutting‑edge optical firmware integration test for development release and customer issue support. You will work alongside skilled engineers who are passionate about technology and dedicated to solving complex challenges.

Integration, Verification & Testing comprises the integration of SW and / or HW or system components into system, platform, product releases, or networks and verifies the integrated entity or network against particular requirements and specifications. Daily tasks will include both manual testing and automation using Python, allowing you to enhance your coding skills while applying your analytical abilities. Surely covers setup and maintenance of laboratory and associated equipment, tools, and devices.

Nokia offers a competitive benefits package, including opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to work‑life balance. You will contribute to impactful projects, gaining invaluable experience in optical communications while working in a supportive and engaging culture that values your input.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Technical leadership in validation of Optical Coherent firmware features and interoperability
• Working with scrum team, developing and execute test strategies for CMIS‑compliant modules, conduct manual/auto testing for project use cases and investigate customer‑related issues in the lab. Enhance existing Python scripts and design new test cases to meet project requirements.
• Automate testing processes on the PACE test platform using Python fluently involving repo, frameworks, non‑trivial scripts. Analyze test reports to allocate firmware bug responsibilities effectively.
• Provide reliable on‑site support for the optical Firmware System Integration Test (SIT) Ottawa lab, including setup of test equipment and optical components, 3+days/week is required in our office/lab
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to streamline testing workflows and improve efficiency.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies relevant to optical firmware testing.
• Document test procedures and results for continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Key Skills And Experience

Desired Experience

Strong understanding of Optical Coherent technologies (400G/800G ZR/ZR+), and solid experience in Firmware Validation of Optical Coherent Modules (ZR/ZR+, DWDM, CMIS‑based pluggable)

• Proficient in Python programming, knowledge of Python automation and test frameworks
• Experience with data center networking or telecom systems
• hands‑on experience on traffic generators, optical test equipment, and log analysis
• Typically 7+ years directly related experience and a graduate equivalent degree

Nice to have: Knowledge of Infinera/Nokia Coherent Pluggables