Senior Optical Transceiver Engineer

Nokia; Spoleto; In loco; EUR 29.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

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Flexible/hybrid work

Maternity/Paternity leave

Life insurance

Well-being programs

NERG support

Career development

Coaches & mentors

Learning environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Nokia is seeking a Senior Optical Transceiver Engineer in Poreta, Umbria, Italy. You will evaluate, validate, and introduce advanced pluggable transceivers into Nokia’s product portfolio across Datacom and Telecom domains, coordinating with PLM, Procurement, suppliers and validation teams.

The role demands expertise in optical modules, MS A/ITU‑T/IEEE/OIF standards, and hands-on lab testing with automation. Strong communication in a multinational, virtual team context is essential.

Competenze

• Master's degree or higher in a related technical field.
• Experience with pluggable optical transceivers for Datacom/Telecom.
• Strong knowledge of transceiver form factors and MSA specifications.
• Experience in validation/lab testing and test automation.

Mansioni

• Scouting new optical and microelectronics technologies.
• Define application-specific requirements with PLM and suppliers.
• Maintain procurement technical specifications.
• Review RFQ feedback and perform vendor evaluations.
• Coordinate remote validation activities and plan/test definitions.
• Conduct transceiver validation in laboratory environments.
• Provide project and activity management with status reporting.

Conoscenze

Optical transceivers

MSA/ITU-T/IEEE/OIF standards

Test automation

Vendor negotiations

Project management

English fluency

Formazione

Master's degree in Telecommunications/Optical Engineering/Electronics

Strumenti

Python

LabVIEW

Descrizione del lavoro

Senior Optical Transceiver Engineer NOKIA•Poreta, Umbria, IT

Senior Optical Transceiver Engineer is a key technical role within Nokia's optics organization, responsible for evaluating, validating, and introducing advanced pluggable optical transceivers into the product portfolio across Datacom and Telecom domains (from 100G up to 1.6T). The role combines deep expertise in optical modules and enabling technologies with cross-functional collaboration across PLM, Procurement, suppliers, and validation teams. The engineer contributes to technology scouting, defines application requirements and procurement specifications, and supports supplier selection activities. A strong focus is placed on optical transceiver validation, including definition of test strategies, coordination of remote validation activities, and hands‑on lab execution, leveraging automated test environments. The position requires solid knowledge of transceiver form factors, MSA specifications, and industry standards (ITU‑T, IEEE, OIF), along with project management responsibilities such as planning, coordination, and reporting. The engineer operates in an international, virtual team, requiring strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to manage complex technical challenges. Salary range: 29,302 - 64,054 Euro. Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. Learn more about life at Nokia.

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Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working schemes
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave, with the option to return to work within a year following the birth or adoption of a child (based on eligibility)
• Life insurance to all employees to provide peace of mind and financial security
• Well‑being programs to support your mental and physical health
• Opportunities to join and receive support from Nokia Employee Resource Groups (NERGs)
• Employee Growth Solutions to support your personalized career & new; skills development
• Diverse pool of Coaches & Mentors to whom you have easy access
• A learning environment which promotes personal growth and professional development - for your role and beyond
• Learn about additional benefits in specific countries.

Required Skills and Experience

• Solid experience with pluggable optical transceivers for Datacom and Telecom applications (access and transport), with focus on: 100G, 200G, 400G, 800G, and 1.6T
• Deep knowledge of: Optical transceiver form factors and relevant MSA specifications
• Enabling optics and microelectronics technologies, including optical propagation
• Industry standards: MSA, ITU‑T, IEEE, OIF for optical interfaces
• Proven experience in optical transceiver validation and laboratory testing
• Experience in test automation of validation setups
• Preferred programming languages: Python, LabVIEW
• Experience in technical discussions, assessments, and negotiations with optical module suppliers
• Strong project and program management xlwpduy capabilities

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Telecommunications, Optical Engineering, Electronics, or a related technical field
• Seniority suitable for an autonomous technical role
• Italian nationality
• Fluent in English

Personal Competencies

• Strong communication skills in both Italian and English
• Proven ability to work effectively in virtual and international teams
• Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally when required
• Ability to work under pressure and manage complex technical challenges
• Proactive, accountable, and challenge-driven mindset

Responsibilities

• Perform technology scouting on new and emerging optical and microelectronics technologies
• Evaluate and assess enabling technologies for next-generation optical transceivers
• Define application-specific requirements tailored to Nokia needs, working closely with PLM and suppliers
• Define and maintain procurement technical specifications
• Review RFQ feedback and perform vendor technical evaluations and ranking in alignment with Procurement
• Coordinate remote validation activities, including test list definition, planning, execution, and results review
• Execute optical transceiver validation activities in laboratory environments
• Provide project and activity management, including planning, coordination, and regular status reporting

Full time

Posting Date: 2026-06-24