Electro Optical Test Development Engineer

Nokia; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nokia is seeking an Electro Optical Test Development Engineer to innovate in optical communication technology. This role involves developing test plans, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive advancements in optical transceiver technology. Join an inclusive team committed to continuous learning and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in object-oriented programming languages.
• Hands-on experience with optical and electrical test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute software and test plans for optical products.
• Automate test execution through robust software solutions.
• Collaborate with product teams to enhance module performance.

Skills

Software Development

Optical Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

MS in Science or Engineering

PhD in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Optical Test Equipment

Power Meters

Spectrum Analyzers

Job description

Electro Optical Test Development Engineer

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Job Overview

As an Electro-Optical Test Development Engineer at Nokia, you will be key to our innovation in optical communication technology. Collaborating with cross-functional teams—including product development, firmware, and DSP engineers—you will develop and refine test plans to optimize the performance of our cutting-edge coherent pluggable products. Your responsibilities will include crafting scalable software solutions, configuring test instrumentation, and automating test execution to improve yield and efficiency. This dynamic and collaborative work environment fosters creativity and problem-solving, with your contributions directly impacting our product success. You will work hands-on with advanced optical testing equipment to drive significant advancements in optical transceiver technology. Join us in shaping the future of telecommunications within an innovative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute software, hardware, and test plans for calibrating and measuring the performance of coherent optical products.
• Characterize optical transceivers and address factors affecting optical signal performance.
• Configure and deploy test instrumentation to streamline testing processes.
• Collaborate with product teams to create optical calibration sequences that enhance module performance.
• Automate test execution through robust software solutions.
• Establish and implement detailed testability requirements with engineering teams.
• Provide fault isolation expertise to assist design and manufacturing.
• Drive improvements in test yields and reduce test times across projects.

Required Skills and Experience

• MS in Science or Engineering; PhD preferred (Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering).
• Proficient in scalable software development, with experience in object-oriented programming languages.
• Knowledge of optical communication basics and quadrature amplitude modulation theory.
• Hands-on experience with optical and electrical test equipment (e.g., power meters, spectrum analyzers).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing test and measurement solutions for optical components or subsystems.
• Exposure to VB.Net and digital/mixed-signal IC testing.
• Experience with Serdes, electrical RF testing, or FEC operation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce detailed test plan documentation.

About Nokia

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed, and cloud networks. Our inclusive culture encourages new ideas, empowers risk-taking, and values authenticity. We offer continuous learning, well-being programs, support from employee resource groups, mentoring, and diverse teams where everyone can thrive. Nokia is recognized as one of the world's most ethical companies and a leader in gender equality and workplace inclusion.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Not Applicable

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Quality Assurance

Industries: IT Services, IT Consulting, Telecommunications