Standards Engineer OIF

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

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Standardization Specialist/Engineer focused on Coherent Optics to advance optical networking standards. You will refine specifications, draft contributions for industry standards, and engage with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Master's degree and considerable experience in telecommunications. This role offers opportunities for both onsite and remote work.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in optical networking or telecommunications.
• Excellent technical writing and editing skills.
• Familiarity with standards organizations such as OIF, ITU-T, or IEEE.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine specifications for advanced optical pluggable transceivers.
• Draft, edit, and manage technical contributions for OIF and ITU-T.
• Monitor and analyze developments in optical networking standards.

Skills

Optical networking expertise

Technical writing proficiency

Standards organization familiarity

Project management skills

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Word

LaTeX

Git

Job description

In an increasingly connected world, the pandemic has highlighted just how essential telecom networks are to keeping society running.The Network Infrastructuregroup is at the heart of a revolution to connectivity, pushing the boundaries to deliver more and faster network capacity to people worldwide through our ambition, innovation, and technical expertise

Join Optical Networks division, where innovation meets scale in the AI-driven data center era. With the recent acquisition of Infinera, we’ve united two industry leaders to create an optical networking powerhouse—combining cutting-edge technology with proven leadership to redefine the future of connectivity.

Infinera is now part of the Nokia Corporation and its subsidiaries. When you apply, the information you share will be handled with care and used only for recruitment purposes within the group.

As a Standardization Specialist/Engineer focused on Coherent Optics at Nokia, you will be a key player in shaping the future of optical networking standards within the OIF and ITU-T. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated standards team and leverage expertise from across Nokia to influence optical interface standards and drive innovation. Your work will involve drafting technical documents, representing Nokia in industry forums, and engaging with cross-functional teams in R&D and product management to align with our strategic goals. The work environment is dynamic and engaging, promoting collaboration and intellectual growth, whether you choose to work on-site or remotely. Join us in a role where your insights and contributions will directly impact global standards developments and help position Nokia as a leader in optical networking technology.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field (PhD preferred)

• 7+ years of experience in optical networking or telecommunications

• Familiarity with standards organizations such as OIF, ITU-T, or IEEE

• Excellent technical writing and editing skills, proficient in collaborative document tools (e.g., Word, LaTeX, Git)

It would be nice if you also had:

• Experience serving as an editor or rapporteur in a standards body

• Knowledge of advanced pluggable transceivers (e.g., 400ZR(+), 800ZR(+), 1600ZR(+))

• Understanding of intellectual property considerations in standards work

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Standards experience
• Experience developing total solution, writing requirements
• Experience in all phases of development: PLM, Arch, development, support
• Optical telecomunications experience
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine specifications for advanced optical pluggable transceivers, ensuring they meet industry standards.

• Draft, edit, and manage technical contributions for OIF, ITU-T, and other relevant standards bodies to advance Nokia's objectives.

• Collaborate with internal experts to build consensus on strategic positions and maintain alignment with corporate goals.

• Coordinate participation in standards meetings, presenting contributions and documenting outcomes effectively.

• Monitor and analyze developments in optical networking standards to identify potential opportunities and risks for Nokia.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, product management, and legal, to ensure technical coherence.

• Utilize strong communication skills to represent Nokia’s interests in industry forums and with partners.

• Travel internationally as needed to engage with standards bodies and contribute to key meetings.