Technology Lead-Optical SME

Infosys; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Infosys is seeking a Lead Optimal SME in Ottawa, Ontario. The role requires strong C++ and embedded systems experience, deep knowledge of DWDM/ROADM optical tech, and Agile Scrum leadership. Travel within Canada is possible, and relocation may be required.

Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree and 4+ years in IT, with the ability to define software requirements and partner with architects on next-gen Optical Line System design. Canadian work eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Engineering or foreign equivalent; 3 years of progressive experience in lieu of education for each year.
• At least 4 years of Information Technology experience.
• Eligible to work in Canada without employer-based visa sponsorship; no immigration sponsorship offered.

Responsibilities

• Work with software architects to translate high-level requirements into detailed software specifications and architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for next-generation Optical Line System development.
• Travel within Canada as required for the role.

Skills

C++

Agile Scrum

AI

Optical DWDM

ROADM

Embedded systems design

Product Owner

Optical line systems

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

DWDM

ROADM

OTDR

Optical amplifiers

DGE

Job description

Infosys is hiring for the Lead Optimal SME

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must be located within commuting distance of Ottawa, Ontario or be willing to relocate to the area. This position may require travel in Canada.
• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
• At least 4 years of Information Technology experience.
• Candidates authorized to work for any employer in the Canada without employer-based visa sponsorship are welcome to apply. Infosys is unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this role at this time.

Required Skills :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering with 15+ years of experience in the telecom/optical industry.
• Thorough understanding of optical standards related to DWDM and line systems.
• Strong experience in optical technologies and optical line systems, including DWDM, ROADM, amplifiers, Raman, OTDR, DGE, etc.
• Prior experience in the architecture and design of optical/telecom embedded systems.
• Excellent hands-on experience with operating systems, object-oriented design, and C++.
• Ability to define detailed software requirements and system/software architecture, working closely with software architects and designers, based on high-level product requirements for next-generation Optical Line System.
• Highly desirable to have the ability or prior experience as a Product Owner (PO) in Scrum teams.
• Highly desirable to have a strong understanding of Agile Scrum and AI.

The job may also entail sitting as well as working at a computer for extended periods of time. Candidates should be able to effectively communicate by telephone, email, and face to face

Estimated annual compensation range for the candidate based in the below location will be:

Ontario- $92740 to $ 123375

About Us

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. We enable clients in more than 50 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer our clients through their digital journey. We do it by enabling the enterprise with an AI-powered core that helps prioritize the execution of change. We also empower the business with agile digital at scale to deliver unprecedented levels of performance and customer delight. Our always-on learning agenda drives their continuous improvement through building and transferring digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem.

EEO

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